Los Angeles Councilman De Leon Says He Will Not Resign Amid Uproar

Councilman Kevin de Leon intends to remain in his position despite a leaked conversation involving racist remarks by him and other council members. While the City Council president and a Labor leader have resigned, De Leon apologizes but focuses on his work for the homeless. There are widespread calls, including from President Biden, for De Leon and others to step down.

What did Councilman Kevin de Leon announce regarding his position?

• He plans to resign immediately.

• He intends to stay on the job.

• He is undecided about his future.

• He will take a temporary leave.

Who were involved in the leaked conversation with racist remarks?

• DeLeon and two labor leaders

• Three council members and a labor leader

• President Biden and DeLeon

• Only DeLeon

What was the outcome for the City Council president and a labor leader after the leak?

• They were suspended.

• They resigned.

• They were promoted.

• They were fined.

What has been the response from President Biden regarding the council members involved in the controversy?

• He supported their decision to stay.

• He offered them new positions.

• He remained neutral.

• He demanded their resignation.

What is the current status of DeLeon and the two other council members?

• They remain in their positions.

• They are on leave.

• They have resigned.

• They have been replaced.