Trump’s Praise of Spencer Pratt Could Doom Him in L.A. Mayor’s Race
Spencer Pratt's candidacy for Los Angeles mayor may be jeopardized by President Trump's recent endorsement. Democrats are framing Pratt as a MAGA Republican, which could alienate liberal voters in the city. This situation highlights the challenges faced by candidates in a politically diverse environment.
- ▪Spencer Pratt is a former reality TV star running for mayor in Los Angeles.
- ▪President Trump referred to Pratt as 'MAGA,' aiding Democrats in their campaign against him.
- ▪Democrats aim to portray Pratt as a MAGA Republican to sway liberal voters.
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#masthead-section-label, #masthead-bar-one { display: none }Takeaways From PrimariesRepublicans Taken Down by TrumpPrimary CalendarLatest PollsChanges to MapsAdvertisementSKIP ADVERTISEMENTYou have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load.Supported bySKIP ADVERTISEMENTTrump Called Spencer Pratt ‘MAGA.’ That Could Doom Him in Liberal L.A.Democrats have been trying to portray Mr. Pratt, a former reality TV star, as a MAGA Republican in the mayor’s race. President Trump just gave them a helping hand.Listen · 3:37 min Share full articleSpencer Pratt stands in the ruins of his home, destroyed in the Palisades fire in early 2025.
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