Press Release
Los Angeles District Attorney Nathan Hochman, Los Angeles Police Protective League Endorses John McKinney for Los Angeles City Attorney
May 5, 2026
LOS ANGELES, Calif — John McKinney, candidate for Los Angeles City Attorney, is proud to announce today two major endorsements ahead of the June 2 Election: Los Angeles District Attorney Nathan Hochman, and the Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman and the Los Angeles Police Protective League (LAPPL).
“I’m incredibly honored to earn the endorsement of District Attorney Hochman and the Los Angeles Police Protective League (LAPPL),” said McKinney. “These key endorsements underscore the growing momentum of our campaign and highlights my unifying platform of prioritizing public safety, protecting taxpayer dollars and regaining the public trust.”

District Attorney Hochman noted that a strong partnership between his office and the Los Angeles City Attorney is essential to the future growth and safety of Los Angeles.
“As District Attorney, I know keeping our communities safe requires a strong partnership between our office and the City Attorney. John McKinney has the proven experience, leadership and the unwavering focus needed to keep our neighborhoods protected. I am proud to endorse John for City Attorney,” said Hochman.
LAPPL Vice-President Sgt. Chris Wecker recognized McKinney’s dedication to transparency and accountability, noting his history of community commitment.
“Our top priority is to protect our members who serve on the front lines each and every day, keeping our communities and neighborhoods safe,” said LAPPL Vice President Sgt. Chris Wecker. “We look forward to working closely with John McKinney as the new City Attorney and to continue our strong relationship with District Attorney Hochman.”
About John McKinney
John McKinney, Deputy District Attorney for the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office, is Director of Specialized Prosecutions. His campaign is focused on public and neighborhood protection, fiscal responsibility and protecting the public trust. John has prosecuted a wide range of crimes across several divisions including child abuse, elder abuse, domestic violence and homicide. For more information about McKinney, or to volunteer, visit www.McKinney4la.com
About the Los Angeles Police Protective League
The Los Angeles Police Protective League’s mission is to vigilantly protect, promote, and improve the working conditions, legal rights, compensation, and benefits of Los Angeles police officers. Created in 1922, the LAPPL represents over 8,700 dedicated and professional sworn members of the Los Angeles Police Department.
About District Attorney Nathan Hochman
On Dec. 3, 2024, Nathan J. Hochman was sworn in as the 44th District Attorney of Los Angeles County, vowing to improve public safety by pursuing appropriate sentences for violent and serious offenders, while offering counseling and rehabilitation to those whose crimes were motivated by addiction or mental illness.
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