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New Orleans elects new mayor to lead city out of chaos

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October 12, 2025

Helena Moreno has been elected as the new mayor of New Orleans. She secured an outright victory on October 11, 2025, avoiding a runoff election.

The former mayor, LaToya Cantrell, who was term-limited and could not run for reelection, was indicted on federal charges in August 2025, which included conspiracy and wire fraud. Moreno's campaign focused on public safety and improving city services, and she will take office in January.

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