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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.