Legendary Lakers family matriarch makes max payout in LA mayoral race
Jeanie Buss, the former owner of the Los Angeles Lakers, has made a maximum donation of $1,800 to mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt. This contribution was revealed through a campaign contribution report shared by a social media user. Buss's donation comes as Pratt has been gaining traction in fundraising efforts, surpassing other candidates in recent months.
- ▪Jeanie Buss donated the maximum amount to Spencer Pratt's mayoral campaign.
- ▪Pratt has raised nearly $540,000 since January, outpacing current mayor Karen Bass.
- ▪Polling indicates that no candidate is likely to secure more than 50% of the vote, suggesting a potential run-off election.
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Metro Legendary Lakers family matriarch makes max payout in LA mayoral race By Brian Gallagher Published April 28, 2026, 11:50 p.m. ET As several of the Los Angeles mayoral candidates engage in the second debate on Tuesday night, a local sports magnate has donated the maximum amount to her chosen candidate. Jeanie Buss — the former Los Angeles Lakers owner who sold a majority stake in the team for a record $10 billion last June — has donated the maximum amount — $1,800 — to Spencer Pratt. The donation was uncovered by X user @UnrigLA, revealing part of a Contribution Report from Pratt’s campaign that showed Buss’ contribution highlighted.
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