Los Angeles Mayoral Race Tightens Ahead of June 2
PUBLISHED Jun 1, 2026, 11:30 PM ET
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Los Angeles. Incumbent Mayor Karen Bass faces two principal challengers in the city’s tight mayoral race, with Election Day set for Tuesday, June 2. An LA Times/Berkeley IGS poll shows Bass at 26 percent, Nithya Raman at 25 percent and Republican Spencer Pratt at 22 percent, narrowing the field and prompting intensified campaign activity across the city. Los Angeles candidates have increased outreach and media appearances this week: Bass served tacos in a neighborhood and secured high-profile endorsements, while Pratt granted interviews on national television and drew celebrity attention and viral AI support. Campaign officials said polls remain close, and voters will decide the next mayor when they vote on Tuesday, June 2.
By Sarah Whitman | JQJO News
Timeline of Events
- Karen Bass’s first term included a major wildfire and ongoing homelessness challenges.
- Nithya Raman, a progressive city councilmember, campaigned on housing and inequality reforms.
- Spencer Pratt launched a Republican mayoral bid, drew celebrity attention and appeared on national television.
- Supporters produced viral AI videos promoting Pratt; media coverage increased national attention.
- An LA Times/Berkeley IGS poll showed Bass 26%, Raman 25%, Pratt 22% ahead of June 2.
News Intelligence
- The LA mayoral race affects your daily life. From handling homelessness to managing wildfires, the mayor's decisions shape the city's services and safety. Check out each candidate's stance on issues you care about before voting on June 2.
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Spencer Pratt and his supporters gained national attention through celebrity coverage, a Bill Maher interview, and viral AI content, increasing their visibility in the tight Los Angeles mayoral contest.
Residents affected by wildfires and homelessness continued to face ongoing policy and recovery challenges cited by candidates as central issues in the campaign.
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