Spencer Pratt gains traction in Los Angeles mayoral race
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Updated · Fox News · May 7
Spencer Pratt gains traction in Los Angeles mayoral race
9 articles · Updated · Fox News · May 7
After a fiery 6 May debate, the independent candidate led rivals in donations this year in the race against Mayor Karen Bass and council member Nithya Raman.
Pratt has attacked city leadership over homelessness, crime and wildfire response, drawing criticism from opponents who say his rhetoric mirrors President Donald Trump's grievance politics.
Polls from a month ago showed Bass with a small double-digit lead and many undecided voters; if nobody wins 50% on 2 June, the top two advance to November.
With crime rates falling but public anger rising, what is the real source of voter dissatisfaction in LA?
Can a celebrity's populist campaign solve LA's deep-rooted homelessness and public safety issues?
With 40% of voters undecided, will this election be decided by policy substance or populist performance?