An Oakland City Councilmember who was set to serve as the city's interim mayor declared victory in her election for city supervisor on Friday. Here's what could happen next.
The Oakland City Council President who was set to serve as the city's interim mayor declared victory in her election for city supervisor on Friday. Here's what could happen next. The historic recall of Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao will soon leave a gaping hole in the city's leadership. Oakland City Councilmember Nikki Fortunato Bas was thought to be first in line to serve as the city's interim mayor, due to city by-laws.
It has been previously reported that Oakland City Councilmember of District 1, and President Pro Tem, Dan Kalb, would be next in line to serve as interim mayor.After the recall vote counts are certified, which is expected to happen in mid-December, a special election will need to be held within 120 days to determine who will then fill the city's top job. Rumors have been swirling that District 12Congresswoman Barbara Lee may seek the mayor's chair in the upcoming special election.
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