This is the contest LA needs this November
Spencer Pratt, a former reality-TV star, is gaining momentum in the 2026 Los Angeles mayoral race, presenting a centrist alternative to incumbent Karen Bass and socialist challenger Nithya Raman. Pratt has raised significant campaign funds, garnered high-profile endorsements, and emphasized practical solutions on issues like public safety and homelessness. With many voters still undecided, a potential November runoff between Bass and Pratt could offer a clear choice between contrasting visions for the city's future.
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Opinion This is the contest LA needs this November By CA Post Editorial Board Published April 29, 2026, 9:05 p.m. ET A former reality-TV star for LA mayor? That prospect is now looking plausible. With balloting in California’s June 2 primary set to start next week, voters are tuning in, the race is heating up, and many like what they see in Spencer Pratt. Pratt’s been surging, while socialist Councilwoman Nithya Raman — another challenger to Mayor Karen Bass — has been fading. 4 A former reality-TV star for LA mayor? Getty Images 4 Pratt’s been surging, while socialist Councilwoman Nithya Raman — another challenger to Mayor Karen Bass — has been fading.
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