Los Angeles City Council President Nury Martinez has resigned amid outrage over her unearthed, racist remarks about a fellow council member and his son. Political officials and local constituents have been demanding Martinez’s resignation since the Los Angeles Times reported on newly-revealed comments she made during a city redistricting meeting last year. For that I am sorry.” On Monday, Martinez apologized to Bonin while confirming she would step down as city council president. I ask for forgiveness from my colleagues and from the residents of this city that I love so much. Therefore, effective immediately I am resigning as President of the Los Angeles City Council.

Source: Los Angeles Times October 10, 2022 19:43 UTC