Spencer Pratt Addresses Election Fraud Claims
Spencer Pratt spoke out following new vote counts that showed him in third place for the L.A. mayor race. He emphasized the close margins and the large number of votes still pending. The Los Angeles Registrar-Recorder’s update reveals City Councilmember Nithya Raman is now in second place, nudging Pratt to third. Raman holds 27.1% of the votes and Pratt 26.7%, underscoring the tight competition.
Northern California’s Congressional Race
Proposition 50 revamped the 3rd Congressional District to challenge Republican Rep. Kevin Kiley, who transitioned to an independent and a candidate for the 6th District instead. Kiley leads with 25.4%, followed by Democrat Richard Pan with 22.8% and Republican Michael Stansfield at 21.2%. However, the primary results remain pending.
Current Standing in L.A. Mayoral Race
Los Angeles’ mayoral contest sees Karen Bass confirmed for the November election, with Raman and Pratt vying to join her. The latest count keeps Raman slightly ahead of Pratt. Raman expressed gratitude, while Bass’s camp scrutinized her second-place finish and opponents’ positions on various pivotal issues.
Voting Continues and Political Reactions
Mail-in ballots postmarked by June 2 will be processed until Tuesday, with around 368,000 ballots countywide still pending. Political strategist Michael Trujillo doubted Pratt’s chances of reclaiming second place, while former council member Zev Yaroslavsky noted Raman’s gains.
Trump’s Claims of Election Fraud
President Trump cast doubt on California’s electoral process, claiming election rigging without evidence. He voiced disbelief over Raman’s lead over Pratt, contributing to narratives questioning election integrity. Despite these assertions, no authoritative body has declared mayoral primary results.
Response to Fraud Allegations
California Attorney General Rob Bonta refuted claims of widespread voter fraud, with investigations deemed speculative flares inspired by conspiracy theories, as affirmed by Bill Essayli, a Trump loyalist.
Spencer Pratt’s Party and Controversial Visit
Pratt’s election night event saw notable evictions, including a member of Proud Boys, stirring headlines.
California Governor Race Developments
Xavier Becerra inches closer to history-making, potentially becoming the state’s first Latino governor. Positioned for the November election, his rise signals a milestone for Latino representation, offering potential shifts in addressing community needs.
In L.A., Divided Support for Mayoral Candidates
Bass, Pratt, and Raman dominate distinct areas, from South Los Angeles to Echo Park, aligning with historical voting patterns linked to previous candidates.