Branda Lin—co-founder of the nonprofit Irvine Watchdog, a local news source established in 2019—is running to be elected Irvine’s mayor in the Nov. 8 election.
“For the past four years I have dedicated myself to local municipal issues and led a group of dedicated volunteers through Irvine Watchdog because I believe in a strong local government that values transparency, honesty, and accountability, for the betterment of our community,” Lin posted to social media as part of her campaign announcement in August. “I’m passionate about informing residents to empower residents.”
