Kamala Harris reportedly endorses Karen Bass in LA reelection bid

Updated May 4, 2026, 11:16 a.m. ET(This story was updated to add new information.)Former Vice President Kamala Harris has reportedly endorsed Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass in her reelection bid.The Los Angeles Times and the San Francisco Chronicle reported on Monday, May 4, that Harris endorsed Bass; the San Francisco Chronicle also reported that Harris threw her support behind other candidates running for offices in California — but notably not for anyone running in the gubernatorial race.The office for the former vice president did not immediately respond to the USA TODAY Network's request for a statement on the reported endorsement.It comes just weeks ahead of the primary election on June 2, where Californians will be tasked with determining which two candidates move on to the general election in November. In Los Angeles, voters will decide whether Bass, an incumbent, gets to continue leading a major city post-devastating wildfires and preparing for global sporting events like the LA Olympics.Who did Kamala Harris endorse in California?According to the San Francisco Chronicle, Harris has also endorsed Rob Bonta, an incumbent, for attorney general; Malia Cohen, an incumbent, for state Controller; and Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis for treasurer.Harris’ office did not immediately confirm the