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Spencer Pratt's Surprise Surge in Los Angeles Mayoral Race

Reality TV star Spencer Pratt has seen a surprising surge in fundraising and media attention for his long-shot candidacy in the Los Angeles mayoral election. His campaign has become a focal point, drawing both criticism and support, and is being watched as a potential test for Democrats.

28 May, 08:00 — 28 May, 23:15
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The GuardianMostly Factual5d ago

Kimmel on Spencer Pratt in the LA mayor’s race: ‘Wasting our time and money to get back on TV’

The late-night host warned viewers about the Trump-esque rise of the ex-reality TV star campaigning to be LA’s mayor Jimmy Kimmel spoke about Donald Trump’s fawning cabinet and how his ascent to the White House is now being emulated by another desperate reality TV star. On Jimmy Kimmel Live!, the host said that as Trump is now depressed given his falling approval rating and the war in Iran, he “assembled team circle jerk for an emergency tongue bath”. Continue reading...

By Guardian staff

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Fox NewsMixed5d ago

Reality star rips Lisa Rinna, defends Spencer Pratt and drops political bombshell: Trump-style pivot?

Mauricio Umansky slams Hollywood elites supporting Karen Bass, backs Spencer Pratt for L.A. mayor, and hints at his own future mayoral campaign.

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cnbcMostly Factual5d ago

Reality star's long shot L.A. mayoral candidacy becomes surprise test for Democrats

Spencer Pratt is polling around 22%, just behind Democratic Mayor Karen Bass, in the Los Angeles mayoral primary, raising the odds of a November runoff.

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cbcHigh6d ago

How AI has helped a former reality TV star become a contender for L.A. mayor

Some observers believe that AI generated videos have made former reality TV show villain Spencer Pratt a serious contender in the. Los Angeles mayoral race. But some experts suggest the use of AI in these types of videos could also mark a new era in political campaigns.

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YahooMostly Factual5d ago

Spencer Pratt explodes in fundraising charts as desperate ex residents bankroll campaign to reclaim LA

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varietyMostly Factual5d ago

L.A. Plays Itself — But Not All of It — In Comedies Like ‘Hacks,’ ‘Nobody Wants This,’ ‘The Studio’ and ‘Shrinking’

It’s a cheat, but one of my biggest applause lines these days while moderating an industry panel is when I point out that a show shoots in Los Angeles. It’s an easy way to get a cheer from a Hollywood crowd looking for any good news. So here’s some positive spin. Despite the very real […]

By Varietyschneider

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hollywood-reporterMostly Factual5d ago

Kimmel Says It’s “Hard Not to Agree” With Spencer Pratt, But Urges Voters to Reject Him

Kimmel pushed viewers to vote against Pratt, yet noted the former reality star makes some valid points: "Let's be honest, this city is a mess."

By James Hibberd

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deadlineMostly Factual5d ago

Jimmy Kimmel Skewers Spencer Pratt’s Los Angeles Mayoral Run: “Another Narcissist Looking For Attention”

Jimmy Kimmel weighed in on reality show star Spencer Pratt’s unexpected rise in the polls as he wages a run for Los Angeles mayor, warning that the candidate was in it for the attention. Kimmel said, “Are we really going to risk repeating that mistake we made with Trump in L.A., of all places? Mayor […]

By Ted Johnson

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The WeekMostly Factual5d ago

Los Angeles has a taco obsession. Here are 9 of the best spots to visit.

For a taste of LA, head to the taco stands

By Catherine Garcia, The Week US

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tmzMixed5d ago

2 Adults, 2 Children Found Dead In L.A. Home, Suspected Murder-Suicide

Tragedy in L.A. -- two adults and two children were found dead inside a North Hills home in what cops are investigating as a murder-suicide. Officers with the Los Angeles Police Department responded to the scene around 8 PM Wednesday night ... and…

By TMZ Staff

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zerohedgeLow5d ago

Spencer Pratt Surges As Karen Bass Odds Wobble In Final Days Before LA Mayor Primary

Spencer Pratt Surges As Karen Bass Odds Wobble In Final Days Before LA Mayor Primary As the June 2nd primary approaches in Los Angeles, prediction markets are showing a notable shift in the Los Angeles mayoral race: incumbent Karen Bass's odds have been all over the place - recently dropping sharply - while challenger Spencer Pratt has seen his implied probability climb. According to the latest Polymarket snapshot, Bass sits at 59% to win the election outright, down from high...

By Tyler Durden

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