Yalamanchili, a former prosecutor in the circuit for almost five years, ran as an independent candidate. The incumbent, Deborah Gonzalez, a Democrat who served one term as district attorney, lost in both counties, although the vote tally was close in Athens, where Yalamanchili received just under 52% of the vote.

Hochman’s campaign has focused on high-profile crimes. Gascón’s is centered on criminal justice reform. Likely L.A. County voters see crime and threats to public safety as a big problem, according to recent polls. We are also tracking the recall election of Pamela Price, Alameda County’s progressive district attorney.