Spencer Pratt, a GOP candidate for mayor of Los Angeles, addressed issues such as taxes, crime, safety, and the city's economic challenges during an interview on CNBC's 'Squawk on the Street' on May 28, 2026. He stated that he entered the race because he believed incumbent Mayor Karen Bass would win re-election unopposed. Pratt criticized Bass's management of homelessness and drug addiction, using social media to highlight these concerns. He referred to a park in Los Angeles with a derogatory nickname for Bass, claiming it was littered with trash and associated with drug use.
Pratt noted that over 45,000 individuals were experiencing homelessness in Los Angeles in 2024, according to the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority. He proposed stricter intervention policies for those with severe addiction or mental illness. He linked public safety to economic issues in the entertainment industry, suggesting that rising costs and crime have made Los Angeles less appealing for film and television production. Pratt also mentioned the need for increased funding for the fire department and expressed his commitment to ensuring safety for various communities in Los Angeles. The primary election is scheduled for June 2, 2026.
