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‘Pro-Criminal Paradise’: Amid Surge in Violent Crime, Second Recall Effort Against LA District Attorney Launched

‘Pro-Criminal Paradise’: Amid Surge in Violent Crime, Second Recall Effort Against LA District Attorney Launched
Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón speaks at a press conference in Los Angeles on Dec. 8, 2021. Robyn Beck/AFP via Getty Images
Jill McLaughlin
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A second recall effort against District Attorney George Gascón is officially underway after Los Angeles County approved a petition on Jan. 27.

Organizers have until July 6 to gather and submit about 570,000 signatures to get the measure on the November ballot.

Jill McLaughlin
Jill McLaughlin
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Jill McLaughlin is an award-winning journalist covering politics, environment, and statewide issues. She has been a reporter and editor for newspapers in Oregon, Nevada, and New Mexico. Jill was born in Yosemite National Park and enjoys the majestic outdoors, traveling, golfing, and hiking.
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