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Antonio Villaraigosa

41st Mayor of Los Angeles

Antonio Villaraigosa is a prominent Democratic politician who recently announced his candidacy for California Governor in the 2026 election. Here are key details about his background:

Professional Background:

  • Former Mayor of Los Angeles from 2005 to 201313
  • First Mexican American in over 130 years to serve as Los Angeles Mayor2
  • Former Speaker of the California State Assembly (1998-2000)2
  • Member of the California State Assembly from 1994 to 20002

Education:

  • Graduated from Theodore Roosevelt High School in Boyle Heights
  • Attended East Los Angeles College
  • Earned a Bachelor of Arts in History from UCLA in 197724

Political Career Highlights:

  • Ran for California Governor in 2018, finishing third in the primary13
  • In 2022, Governor Gavin Newsom appointed him as a top advisor on infrastructure issues3
  • Currently running for California Governor in the 2026 election134

Campaign Platform: Villaraigosa describes himself as a "problem solver" who aims to:

  • Balance the state budget
  • Enhance neighborhood safety
  • Improve schools
  • Lower costs for small businesses and middle-class families5

He emphasizes his ability to work across party lines and tackle challenging issues, stating, "I'm not looking to be the most popular guy in town."46

Highlights

Jul 23 · thehill.com
Antonio Villaraigosa announces bid for California ...
Jul 23 · latimes.com
Antonio Villaraigosa announces another run for California ...
Jul 23 · nbclosangeles.com
Antonio Villaraigosa announces bid for California governor
Jul 23 · politico.com
Former LA Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa makes another run ...

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Location

Los Angeles, California, United States