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Los Angeles Mayor Comments on Potential 2026 Mayoral Race Opponents

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass stated she would rather not face either Rick Caruso or Spencer Pratt in a future mayoral contest. The remark came during an interview with a local reporter.

May 20, 6:54 PM(54 days ago)·1m read2 sources

Los Angeles Mayor Comments on Potential 2026 Mayoral Race Opponents

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The comment was made in response to a direct question about preferred opponents.

The exchange occurred during a sit-down with a local reporter.

Bass answered the question with a single word, "Neither." The mayor did not elaborate on her reasoning or discuss other potential candidates.

Caruso previously ran for mayor of Los Angeles in 2022. Spencer Pratt is a public figure known for reality television appearances. Neither individual has announced plans to seek the office in 2026. The mayor's office has not issued additional statements on the matter.

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