Bass holds lead in LA mayoral race as Pratt climbs to 2nd ...
A new Emerson College poll shows Spencer Pratt gaining 12 points in the Los Angeles mayoral race, narrowing the gap with incumbent Karen Bass.
www.foxla.comHere’s a quick update on the latest about Spencer Pratt in the LA mayoral race, based on recent coverage:
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Recent polls show Spencer Pratt climbing into a strong secondary position behind incumbent Mayor Karen Bass, with Pratt gaining significant ground in the Emerson College/Inside California Politics surveys conducted in April and May 2026. This shift comes as undecided voters shrink from about half to a smaller share, making Pratt a more credible challenger in the race.[2][4][5]
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Several outlets highlighted Pratt's surge, noting a notable jump in his poll numbers (roughly a 12-point gain in May in one survey) and media coverage emphasizing his ability to attract attention from undecided voters, male voters, and some Republican-leaning segments.[4][5]
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Coverage also pointed to Pratt's campaign narrative as an outsider challenging City Hall, especially after the Palisades fire incident and his focus on accountability, safety, and streamlined public services. This framing appears to have resonated with a portion of LA voters during the polling window.[9][10]
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Polling context: while Bass remains the front-runner in many polls, Pratt’s rise has been described as a notable development in a race with a sizable undecided electorate, suggesting the race could still shift significantly before the primary.[5][9]
If you’d like, I can pull specific poll numbers (percentages by candidate, date, and sample size) from the latest Emerson College/Inside California Politics polls and summarize how support has changed over time. I can also compare major outlets’ reported figures to give a more rounded view of the current landscape.