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NewsCBS News PoliticsMay 8, 2026United States

Spencer Pratt Enters Los Angeles Mayoral Race

Former reality television personality Spencer Pratt is running for mayor of Los Angeles, challenging incumbent Karen Bass and City Councilmember Nithya Raman. Pratt, a registered Republican, is campaigning on a platform focused on public safety and infrastructure improvements following the loss of his home in the Palisades Fire.

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Why It Matters

The upcoming June 2 mayoral election will determine the city's leadership, with the potential for a election on November 2 if no candidate secures a majority of the vote.

Key Facts

  • The Los Angeles mayoral election is scheduled for June 2.
  • If no candidate receives a majority of the vote on June 2, the top two candidates will advance to a runoff election on November 2.
  • Spencer Pratt is running for mayor with no prior political experience.
  • The mayoral election in Los Angeles is nonpartisan.
  • Los Angeles has not elected a Republican mayor since Richard Riordan, who left office in 2001.
  • Incumbent Mayor Karen Bass reported that over 400 homes are under construction and over 800 homes have been approved for construction following the Palisades Fire.
  • Spencer Pratt is currently polling second in the mayoral race.
  • Pratt cites the loss of his home in the Palisades Fire as his primary motivation for running for office.

Who's Mentioned

personNithya Raman“Los Angeles City Councilmember and mayoral candidate.”locationLos Angeles“City where the election is taking place.”personSpencer Pratt“Mayoral candidate and former reality TV star.”personKelsie Hoffman“Contributor to the report.”personKaren Bass“Incumbent Mayor of Los Angeles.”personDonald Trump“Political figure associated with Pratt's party alignment.”personMelanie Mason“Politico California bureau chief.”personRichard Riordan“Former Republican Mayor of Los Angeles who served until 2001.”