James T. Butts Jr.

Candidate for City of Inglewood Primary Nominating Election Mayor (Los Angeles County) · Incumbent · November 3, 2026

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The city's top elected official. Depending on the city charter, either runs city government ("strong mayor") or leads the city commission alongside a hired city manager.

6 candidates ran for City of Inglewood Primary Nominating Election Mayor (Los Angeles County) in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Inglewood voters.

About James T. Butts Jr.

Mayor of Inglewood. Inglewood's mayor since 2011 and the city's longest-serving mayor, re-elected in 2014, 2018 and 2022; he is seeking a fifth term that would run through 2030. His tenure has included the construction of SoFi Stadium and the Intuit Dome.

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Is James T. Butts Jr. the incumbent?
Yes. James T. Butts Jr. currently holds this office.
What does the City of Inglewood Primary Nominating Election Mayor seat do?
The city's top elected official. Depending on the city charter, either runs city government ("strong mayor") or leads the city commission alongside a hired city manager.
Who is James T. Butts Jr. running against?
Raina Carrillo, Fre'Drisha "Sha" Dixion, Gloria D. Gray, Arturo Martinez and Joe Soto, for City of Inglewood Primary Nominating Election Mayor (Los Angeles County).
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