Barbara Lee considers run for Oakland mayor

Race to be next Oakland mayor somewhat stalled as Rep. Barbara Lee makes up her mind
The longtime lawmaker has held numerous private meetings with city officials about the issues affecting Oakland, from the ongoing budget crisis to homelessness to policing.
Barbara Lee considers run for Oakland mayor: A new chapter in local politics
As the political landscape in Oakland shifts, California Rep. Barbara Lee has announced her consideration for a run for mayor.
Oaklanders call on Barbara Lee to be the city’s next mayor
Oakland has been in political chaos since November's recall of former Mayor Sheng Thao, who was only on the job for two years. The FBI raided her home in June.
Oakland leaders call on Barbara Lee to run for mayor to get city 'back on track'
OAKLAND, Calif. - Dozens of Oakland leaders are calling on Congresswoman Barbara Lee to take the helm as the city's mayor. In a letter signed by Interim Oakland Mayor Nikki Fortunato Bas, Carl Chan, and Councilmember Treva Reid, among other community leaders, they urged Lee to run for mayor as the city grapples with turbulent times.
Top Oakland leaders say city 'needs' Barbara Lee as mayor in new letter
After the November recall of its mayor Sheng Thao, the group wrote that Oakland is facing "a crisis of leadership." A void they believe would be best filled by Lee.
Oakland Leaders Urge Barbara Lee to Enter Mayoral Race Amid City's Challenges
Retiring U.S. Representative Barbara Lee is contemplating a run for Oakland mayor following the recent recall of Mayor Sheng Thao. Lee, who has represented Oakland in Congress since 1998, announced she will decide by early January 2025.
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Filipino American becomes interim mayor of Oakland
Oakland City Councilmember Nikki Fortunato Bas will serve as interim mayor of Oakland, following the recall of Mayor Sheng ...
Opinion: Broken Oakland needs more than a new mayor — what’s wrong and how to fix it
No matter who is elected, the mayor will be weak, councilmembers frustrated, city administrator torn and city attorney ...
Nikki Fortuato Bas sworn in as interim Oakland mayor after Sheng Thao recall
Oakland officially has a new, temporary mayor in Nikki Fortunato Bas, who is taking over for ousted former mayor Sheng Thao, ...
Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao talks giving back, what's next as she leaves office
A political shake-up is about to take place in Oakland. Tuesday is Mayor Sheng Thao’s final day in office after being ...
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Rep. Barbara Lee Mulls Campaign For Oakland Mayor
Lee posted on X that she is considering a run for Oakland's mayor. California Rep. Barbara Lee, who is retiring from ...
Oakland’s Ousted Mayor Leaves Behind a City ‘Under Siege’
On her last day as mayor after being recalled, Sheng Thao leaves Oakland, California, at a crossroads. There’s a $130 million ...
Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao reflects on achievements, challenges as she leaves office
On Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao's final day in office Tuesday, she shared her thoughts about her journey through City Hall.