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In the 2026 Los Angeles mayoral race, incumbent Mayor Karen Bass-initially assumed to be headed for an easy reelection-now faces rising scrutiny and mounting controversy. The change is attributed in large part to Spencer Pratt, a former reality TV figure turned Republican candidate, who has heightened pressure on Bass\u2019s handling of major wildfires, including those that affected Pacific Palisades and other Southern California areas.<\/p>\n

Pratt\u2019s latest criticism centers on Bass\u2019s social media post<\/a> promoting early voting.He alleges that her filming and messaging near ballot drop-off areas amounted to illegal electioneering or solicitation within 100 feet of a ballot box. Pratt says his team has filed a formal complaint, framing the incident as part of broader disregard for election rules. The election is scheduled for June 2, with a possible runoff in November if no candidate wins a majority. <\/p>\n