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Nithya Raman faces intense scrutiny for reversing stances on police funding, homelessness, and housing taxes, while polling data shows a split in Latino voter support ahead of the November 3 runoff.
The Bulwark argues that GOP reactions to Los Angeles’ mayoral race are fueling Donald Trump’s Stop the Steal narrative, with lawmakers and pundits embracing fraud claims—often without solid evidence—signaling that the base may adopt similar accusations in November and complicating accountability for election misinformation; the piece also touches on broader debates, including Trump's arch project in DC as part of a larger contest over democracy and republican norms.
With more than 100,000 ballots still to count, Raman has edged ahead of Pratt for the second runoff spot against Mayor Karen Bass, setting up either a Bass–Raman showdown or a Bass–Pratt race depending on future tallies as Democratic-leaning late counts swing in Raman's favor.
Nithya Raman has overtaken Spencer Pratt for the No. 2 spot in the Los Angeles mayoral race behind incumbent Karen Bass, with Raman at 196,198 votes (27.12%), Pratt at 193,085 (26.69%), and Bass leading with 250,871 votes (34.68%). With thousands more ballots yet to be counted, the outcome remains unsettled and could prompt a recount; Pratt has hinted he may relocate if he finishes second, and federal probing of California’s vote counting adds to the uncertainty, while Raman expresses cautious optimism about the latest results.
A DOJ official said the social-media claim that an LA mayoral update showed zero new votes for Spencer Pratt is false; county records show every candidate received votes in each update, and the AP noted a brief lag in automated vote reporting. The race remains nonpartisan with CNN projecting Bass toward a November general, and California’s mail ballots can arrive after Election Day, which can delay final counts. The piece also situates the claim amid ongoing, unfounded election-fraud assertions by Trump.
A California Post poll shows Spencer Pratt ahead of Karen Bass in the Los Angeles mayoral race, indicating a surprising shift in early support; the brief summary does not include margins or methodology, leaving the exact impact and reliability of the result unclear.
Jimmy Kimmel riffs on Donald Trump’s vanity-filled cabinet meeting, notes Spencer Pratt’s bid for LA mayor as another reality-TV grab for attention, and argues that politics shouldn’t be a TV gig, urging voters to back serious candidates like Karen Bass instead of fame-seeking reality stars.
During a monologue on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Jimmy Kimmel mocked Spencer Pratt’s bid for Los Angeles mayor, labeling him a narcissist chasing attention as the June 2 primary approaches and suggesting the run is about headline-grabbing stardom, not governance.
Former President Donald Trump endorsed Spencer Pratt in the Los Angeles mayoral race against incumbent Karen Bass, praising him as a MAGA ally and arguing the election is rigged. Pratt’s bid has drawn MAGA support but faces scrutiny over Bass’s rumored strategy to boost him, while Bass and Raman prepare for a forum that Pratt may attend, highlighting the duel between a high-profile political endorsement and a competitive, deeply Democratic city race.
Katharine McPhee and her husband David Foster performed at a fundraiser for LA mayoral hopeful Spencer Pratt, with McPhee adding new lyrics to Tina Turner’s ‘The Best’ that poke fun at opponents Karen Bass and Nithya Raman. Pratt’s campaign centers on a tough-on-crime platform and police hiring ahead of the 2028 Olympics, and he has celebrity supporters like Joe Rogan and James Woods, though some family members have questioned his bid. Pratt has also faced personal setbacks, including a Palisades Fire that damaged his home and his current living arrangement, all against the backdrop of a high-profile entertainment-meets-politics moment at the fundraiser.
A late-breaking challenge from Councilmember Nithya Raman against incumbent Mayor Karen Bass upends Los Angeles’s previously sluggish mayoral contest. Bass’s camp emphasizes her proven record on homelessness and public safety, while Raman touts urgent change and addresses long‑running city issues with a fresh, activist profile. The race features high‑profile endorsements dynamics, a mix of supporters from the left and center, and questions about Raman’s ability to scale a citywide campaign in three months, all set against LA’s ongoing wildfire memories, local crises, and a polarized national political backdrop. The outcome could hinge on whether voters prefer stability with caution or urgency for new leadership ahead of the June primary.
Austin Beutner appears to be preparing for a run against Mayor Karen Bass in Los Angeles' 2026 election, as evidenced by recent social media activity suggesting a campaign, though he has not officially announced his candidacy. Beutner, a former LAUSD superintendent and Times publisher, has a diverse background in finance, journalism, and public service, and could be a significant contender in the race amidst a challenging year for Bass.