Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and City Councilwoman Nithya Raman are preparing to face off tonight in their final televised debate ahead of the mayoral election. The one-hour debate is scheduled to begin at seven p.m. and will air on NBC four and Telemundo fifty-two. Viewers will also be able to watch the debate through both stations’ websites and mobile apps. With polls showing a close contest between the two candidates, tonight’s discussion could offer voters another opportunity to compare their positions on key issues facing the city. Topics are expected to include housing affordability, homelessness, public safety and other concerns affecting Los Angeles residents. The debate comes as both candidates make their final pitches to voters and work to build support before Election Day. Bass and Raman have offered differing approaches to some of the city’s biggest challenges, making their exchange an important moment in the race. The debate will last one hour.
