Los Angeles District Attorney George Gascón said changing America is “heartbreaking” and wished Nathan Hochman well after he lost his re-election bid early Wednesday.

“The shift to the right in America last night is heartbreaking,” Gascón said in a statement. “Democrats have a long way to go, but the work is more vital than ever, and our commitment will not waver. However, I have called Mr. Hochman and wish him well as the next Los Angeles County District Attorney. I am deeply proud. of what we have accomplished over the past four years and grateful to the communities that have been and will always be the heart of criminal justice reform.”

Hochman, a former federal prosecutor, campaigned as a “hard-line” candidate while rejecting some of Gascón’s liberal policies, which Hochman attributed increased crime and lack of consequences for juvenile offenders.

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“Los Angeles County voters have spoken and said enough is enough of DA Gascon’s extreme pro-crime policies; they look forward to a more secure future. As a DA, I look forward to representing all people, whether they voted for me or not, because their safety will be my responsibility,” Hochman told Fox News Digital in a statement.

Los Angeles District Attorney George Gascón, right, said the change in America is “heartbreaking” and wished Nathan Hochman, left, the best after he lost his re-election bid early Wednesday. (Associated Press)

Hochman confirmed that Gascón called him Wednesday morning to concede the race and promised to work with Hochman for a smooth transition, saying “It was a positive call.”

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Crime was considered a top issue of the electoral cycle, with FBI data showing a 4.5% increase in violent crime from 2021-2022.

Hochman confirmed that Gascón called him Wednesday morning to concede the race and promised to work with Hochman for a smooth transition, saying “It was a positive call.” (Reuters/Lucy Nicholson)

Hochman often highlighted the rise in violent crime across the country during debates and received support from local police unions, despite Gascón’s previous service as police officer.

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Gascón has previously faced two recall attempts amid growing discontent with progressive policies at the state level. He faces several lawsuits, including one from the union representing prosecutors who work in his office for withholding information about a close ally in an alleged violation of the law. California Public Records Law (CPRA).

Gascón has previously faced two recall attempts amid growing discontent with progressive policies at the state level. (Myung Chun/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)

Gascón also faces about two dozen retaliation lawsuits from prosecutors in his office, who have previously blasted actions he says are soft on crime, unfair to victims and potentially illegal.

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A deputy district attorney received a $1.5 million settlement last year after suing for retaliation. Deputy District Attorney Shawn Randolph argued that she was transferred to a lesser position after she raised concerns about various Gascón policies that may have violated victims’ rights under Marsy’s Law.

Fox News Digital’s Stephen Sorace and Michael Ruiz contributed to this report.