Los Angeles Unified named Andres Chait as superintendent just days after Alberto Carvalho resigned, triggering a rapid leadership transition for the nation’s second-largest school district. The Board of Education unanimously approved the move, elevating a district insider who has served in a range of operational roles including director of operations. Chait had been acting superintendent since Feb. 27, after the FBI raided Carvalho’s home and office. Carvalho has not been charged and maintains he is innocent, but the continuing investigation has included a review of his actions tied to an ill-fated AI chatbot. Board statements emphasized Chait’s appointment through a continuity lens, while the underlying context keeps the spotlight on district technology governance and accountability in the use of AI tools. For higher education and education policy professionals, large district leadership transitions can influence partnerships with local colleges, teacher pipelines, and district-based training. The case also reflects broader compliance concerns around how districts procure, test, and monitor AI systems deployed in student-facing settings.