Nathan Hochman Elected as New Los Angeles District Attorney

Hochman's victory signals a shift away from Gascón's policies, promising a tougher stance on crime.

Independent candidate Nathan Hochman defeated incumbent George Gascón in the Los Angeles District Attorney race, ending a controversial four-year term.
Hochman plans to reverse many of Gascón's policies, including reinstating the death penalty and prosecuting low-level misdemeanors.
Critics of Gascón's tenure cited a rise in violent crime and dissatisfaction with his progressive reforms as key factors in his electoral defeat.
More than 20 prosecutors had sued Gascón over alleged retaliation for opposing his policies, reflecting deep divisions within the DA's office.
Hochman aims to restore trust in the DA's office by focusing on public safety and reviewing high-profile cases like the Menendez brothers' resentencing.