Spencer Pratt reveals shocking reason he joined Republican party
Spencer Pratt, a former reality TV star and Los Angeles mayoral candidate, has shared the reasons behind his registration as a Republican. He cited years of backlash and death threats during his TV career, which led him to prioritize personal safety and firearms training. Despite his Republican registration, Pratt is running for mayor as an independent candidate.
- ▪Spencer Pratt revealed that he joined the Republican party due to concerns for his safety after receiving death threats during his reality TV fame.
- ▪He and his wife purchased firearms and sought concealed carry permits, influenced by Republican support for such rights.
- ▪Pratt is running for Los Angeles mayor as an independent, despite being registered as a Republican.
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Metro Spencer Pratt reveals shocking reason he joined Republican party By Daniel Farr Published May 21, 2026, 1:18 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google Los Angeles mayoral candidate and former reality TV star Spencer Pratt is revealing the moment he decided to register as a Republican. During a Thursday night interview with CNN’s Elex Michaelson, Pratt teased his response by asking, “you want to break some news here?” The former reality star said years of backlash during his TV fame led to serious concerns about protecting himself and his family. 3 CNN “When I was a hated reality star, I got so many death threats,” Pratt said.
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