Former federal prosecutor Nathan Hochman on Wednesday, Nov. 6, declared victory in his bid to become Los Angeles’ next district attorney, appearing to trounce incumbent George Gascón, a national leader in the progressive movement who swept into office ...

Former federal prosecutor Nathan Hochman will replace incumbent George Gascón to become the next Los Angeles County District Attorney.

A tumultuous first term in office for Los Angeles County Dist. Atty. George Gascón ended in a failed reelection bid, with challenger Nathan Hochman defeating him by a wide margin.Gascón swept into office in 2020 on a promise of reform and restorative justice,