[3] The incumbent City Controller was Ron Galperin, a member of the Democratic Party who was first elected to the position in 2013 and re-elected in 2017.

The central question revolved around which candidate was best suited to provide oversight, act as a watchdog, and ensure transparency in city spending.

[6] Mejia, a political newcomer, had previously worked as an auditor and ran for California's 34th congressional district three times, twice as a member of the Green Party.

The erected multiple billboards across the city highlighting Los Angeles Police Department funding data, including how the $317.4 million was allocated for LAPD officer salaries that year.

[13] Mejia also utilized social media platforms like TikTok to actively engage younger voters, encouraging their participation in the electoral process.

[14] In February 2022, Wilcox was the target of an unprovoked attack near City Hall, during which the assailant reportedly used a racial slur towards him.

[22] With his win, Mejia became the first Asian American to hold a citywide office in Los Angeles, as well as the first Filipino elected official in the city.