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.
foxnews.comThe 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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