Supervisor Lindsey Horvath Announces Candidacy for New Los Angeles County Chief Executive Role
Los Angeles County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath announced on Monday her candidacy for the county's new elected Chief Executive position, a role approved by voters in 2024, with the election set for 2028.
Los Angeles, CA, November 9, 2026 — Los Angeles County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath revealed on Monday that she is seeking election to the newly established position of Chief Executive for the county. The announcement marks her entry into the race for a role that was approved by voters in 2024. The election for this significant county leadership position is scheduled to take place in 2028.
Supervisor Horvath, currently serving on the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, made her candidacy public this past Monday. The creation of an elected Chief Executive position represents a notable shift in the governance structure of Los Angeles County. Voters approved this change in 2024, paving the way for a directly elected official to lead the county’s administration.
The timing of the election, set for 2028, indicates a preparatory period for the new office. This lead-up will likely involve further defining the responsibilities and operational framework of the Chief Executive role. As a sitting supervisor, Horvath brings her experience in county governance to her campaign for this new executive position.
Further details regarding Supervisor Horvath’s campaign platform or specific plans for the Chief Executive role were not provided in the announcement. The election in 2028 will determine who will fill this newly created leadership position, overseeing significant aspects of county operations. The role’s establishment by voter approval underscores a move towards potentially greater direct accountability in county leadership.
Story summarized from the original created by Samhita Krishnan on laist.com, see more information here.
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