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Nithya Raman Edges Past Spencer Pratt Into Second Place in LA Mayoral Primary as Late Ballots Are Counted
Mail-in ballot counting has shifted the standings in the Los Angeles mayoral primary nearly a week after Election Day.
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Nithya Raman, a progressive Los Angeles City Council member, has moved ahead of reality-TV star Spencer Pratt in the city's mayoral primary. A surge in her vote count placed her in second place nearly a week after Election Day. Spencer Pratt has dropped to third place as additional mail-in ballots are counted.
The Washington Times reported the change in standings on June 9. The contest remains unsettled while counting continues.
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