District Attorney Nathan Hochman:
Congratulations on your decisive victory and your swearing-in as Los Angeles County’s District Attorney. Today marks a turning point for a county that has long struggled under the weight of crime, mistrust, and an erosion of public safety. Your victory wasn’t just a win at the ballot box; it was a mandate. A clear voice rang from every corner of our county that the status quo is no longer acceptable. Angelinos placed their trust in you as the harbinger of hope and change.
As Chairman of the Los Angeles County Taxpayers Association, I write on behalf of those who believe in responsible governance, accountability, and the promise of a community where safety is not only enforced but felt. For too long, taxpayers have footed the bill for a justice system that seemed more concerned with ideology than with delivering results. Under your predecessor, policies that ignored victims and emboldened criminals left families, businesses, and neighborhoods vulnerable. Our communities, already divided, were conquered by fear and shock every time a clip of a daring robbery or unprovoked attack flashed across our screens.
The costs of George Gascón’s reign weren’t just financial—they were measured in lives disrupted, neighborhoods fractured, and trust destroyed.
The roots of your electoral tree—a metaphor you often used on the campaign trail—revolved around those who wanted change. The commitment you made to all those who put you in the position to enact change comes with immense responsibility. Restoring trust in the DA’s office must be at the forefront of your administration. It is not enough to enforce the law; you must ensure that the public believes in its fairness, impartiality, and effectiveness. This trust will be the bedrock upon which your success—and the safety of millions—rests.
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