Spencer Pratt tied with Karen Bass in LA mayor’s race, new California Post poll reveals
A recent poll shows Spencer Pratt tied with incumbent mayor Karen Bass in the Los Angeles mayoral race. Pratt has gained significant support, leading with 30.1% compared to Bass's 29.5%. Voter dissatisfaction with the city's direction and leadership is evident, as many cite homelessness and affordability as major concerns.
- ▪Spencer Pratt and Karen Bass are statistically tied in the LA mayoral race according to a California Post poll.
- ▪Pratt leads with 30.1% support, while Bass has 29.5%, with Nithya Raman in third at 23.4%.
- ▪62% of likely voters believe Los Angeles is on the wrong track, and only 32% approve of Bass's job performance.
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Metro exclusive Spencer Pratt tied with Karen Bass in LA mayor’s race, new California Post poll reveals By Jamie Paige Published May 29, 2026, 6:58 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google Spencer Pratt is now Karen Bass’ biggest headache. A bombshell California Post poll conducted with McLaughlin & Associates shows the reality TV star-turned-mayoral candidate has surged to a statistical tie with the incumbent mayor. And voters blame homelessness, affordability and the direction of Los Angeles as the reason for turning on Bass. Pratt now leads the field with 30.1% support, compared with 29.5% for Bass, setting up a razor-thin race heading into next week’s primary. Socialist councilwoman Nithya Raman sits in third place at 23.4%.
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