The Brief Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has officially endorsed former Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa for governor of California. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has formally endorsed former Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa in his campaign for governor of California. She added that Villaraigosa "knows the Legislature, who knows the legislative process, who knows how you build relationships, who knows our city." SUGGESTED COVERAGE: Antonio Villaraigosa discusses his plans for CA governorIn his acceptance, Villaraigosa said, "I am honored to have the endorsement of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass. Villaraigosa served as the 41st mayor of Los Angeles and as the former Speaker of the California Assembly.