LA Democrats Blast Spencer Pratt Over Viral Mayor Ad: 'Trump Impression'
Reality TV star Spencer Pratt has drawn criticism from Democratic opponents in Los Angeles' mayoral race over a viral campaign ad that targets Mayor Karen Bass and Council Member Nithya Raman. His opponents accuse him of mimicking Donald Trump’s rhetoric and tactics, calling the ad a reckless political stunt. Despite being a long-shot candidate, Pratt’s visibility has increased, with rising poll numbers and growing attention across the political spectrum.
- ▪Spencer Pratt, a Republican and former reality TV star, is running for mayor of Los Angeles with a campaign focused on exposing political corruption after losing his home in the Palisades Fire.
- ▪His viral ad contrasts the homes of Mayor Karen Bass and Council Member Nithya Raman with his own mobile home, accusing them of failed leadership.
- ▪Bass’s campaign called Pratt’s ad a 'Trump impression,' while Raman criticized it as fearmongering and inappropriate for filming near her children’s residence.
- ▪Pratt has stated he would cooperate with the Trump administration on immigration enforcement if elected, aligning with some MAGA policies.
- ▪Polls show Raman as the front-runner with 50% odds, followed by Pratt at 26%, but 40% of voters remain undecided according to a UCLA Luskin School poll.
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By Khaleda RahmanNational CorrespondentShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.Reality television star Spencer Pratt’s Democratic opponents in Los Angeles’ upcoming mayoral election have blasted his viral campaign ad, accusing him of copying from Republican President Donald Trump’s playbook.Pratt shared the ad on X on Wednesday, where it has racked up more than 10 million views.
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