Dispatch Politics Roundup: California, Here We Come
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TL;DR
- Spencer Pratt, known from MTV's 'The Hills,' is running for Mayor of Los Angeles.
- His campaign has gained momentum through AI-generated ads and support from some high-profile funders.
- Pratt is in a competitive second place in the nonpartisan race, potentially heading to a runoff against incumbent Karen Bass.
- He is running as an independent-turned-Republican, criticizing Bass's handling of city issues such as wildfires, crime, and homelessness.
- Donald Trump has commented positively on Pratt's campaign, though his endorsement might not be beneficial in heavily Democratic California.
- Pratt's strong performance indicates dissatisfaction with Mayor Bass, even with Bass and her progressive challenger Nithya Raman combined having double his vote count.