Barbara Lee, a former congresswoman who took over as Oakland’s mayor after her predecessor left in disgrace, launched her campaign for a full four-year term.
Lee, 79, won a race in April 2025 to finish former Mayor Sheng Thao’s term after Thao was recalled amid allegations of bribery.
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