Eric Garcetti is an American politician who served as the 42nd mayor of Los Angeles from 2013 to 2021. He is a member of the Democratic Party and previously held the position of president of the Los Angeles City Council. Garcetti focused on issues such as housing, transportation, and climate change during his tenure. In addition to his role as mayor, Garcetti has been involved in various initiatives aimed at improving urban living and sustainability. He was appointed as the U.S. ambassador to India in 2021, where he continued to work on international relations and collaboration between the two nations.