Nithya Raman Secures Second LA Mayor Spot, Ending Spencer Pratt’s Run

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Coverage diverges in framing, with the New York Times emphasizing the race for second place to face Mayor Karen Bass. The Washington Examiner and RedState led with Spencer Pratt's fall behind Nithya Raman, while the California Post focused…

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Nithya Raman Secures Second LA Mayor Spot, Ending Spencer Pratt’s Run

Nithya Raman, a progressive Democrat who entered the mayoral race at the last minute, secured the second spot to face Mayor Karen Bass in November. Her comeback sets up an intraparty battle.

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▪ Progressive Councilwoman Overtakes Spencer Pratt for Second Place, Heads to Run-off in LA Mayor Primary — RedState
▪ Spencer Pratt falls behind Nithya Raman in LA mayoral race after latest vote update — Washington Examiner
▪ Nithya Raman knocks Spencer Pratt off second place in LA mayor’s race — California Post

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