Pamela Price Concedes in Alameda County Recall

Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price has conceded following a recall election where 63.13% of voters endorsed her removal. Price, who campaigned on criminal justice reform, faced criticism for perceived leniency and administrative missteps, including missed deadlines on significant cases. Despite her efforts to reform the system since taking office in January 2023, public dissatisfaction grew due to rising crime rates and her handling of high-profile cases. Her departure marks the first time an Alameda County district attorney has been recalled, with Chief Assistant District Attorney Royl Roberts expected to assume her duties temporarily. Price expressed gratitude to her supporters and reiterated her commitment to equitable justice, highlighting her previous work as a civil rights attorney. The Alameda County Board of Supervisors will appoint her interim successor, with several candidates already expressing interest.