Former reality‑TV personality Spencer Pratt released a campaign video on April 29 that filmed outside the homes of incumbent Mayor Karen Bass and Councilmember Nithya Raman. The ad, which framed the two officials as out‑of‑touch wealthy elites, sparked condemnation and added drama to a tightly contested Los Angeles mayoral primary.

Pratt films ad outside Mayor Bass’s Pacific Palisades home

In the video, Pratt walks up to the gate of Bass’s residence, pointing to the property and asking, “Notice something?” The footage was shot in the affluent Pacific Palisades neighborhood, a stark contrast to the city’s homelessness crisis. According to the source, Bass has not issued a detailed response, though she previously criticized Raman’s leadership in May.

Raman’s $3 million mansion becomes campaign flashpoint

Pratt then moved to the house owned by Nithya Raman, describing it as a “$3 million mansion” where the councilmember lives with her young children. Raman’s spokesperson called the tactic “unnecessary and reckless” on April 30,emphasizing the safety concerns for her family. The ad’s emphasis on wealth highlights a broader narrative that the candidates are detached from ordinary Angelenos.

June 2 primary leaves Bass in runoff with 34.68% vote

The June 2 primary results showed Bass securing 34.68% of the vote, guaranteeing her a place in the November runoff. The battle for the second slot remains razor‑thin: Raman held 27.12% while Pratt trailed closely at 26.69% as of June 7, according to the report. If Pratt finishes third, he will be eliminated, leaving the runoff to feature Bass aganst either Raman or Pratt.

Who will claim the second runoff spot?

Two specific uncertainties linger: whether Raman can maintain her narrow lead over Pratt in the final count, and how the controversy over the home‑shot ad might sway undecided voters. The source provides no polling data on the ad’s impact, and neither candidate has quantified how the incident will affect fundraising or grassroots support.

Unverified claim: Pratt’s “system is fundamentally broken” rhetoric

Pratt’s campaign narrative, introduced at the “They Let Us Burn” demonstration , declares Los Angeles a “machine designed to protect the people at the top.” While the statement resonates with voters frustrated by housing and safety issues, the article does not substantiate any concrete policy proposals behind the rhetoric. As the primary closes, observers will watch whether such broad condemnation translates into measurable voter shifts .

Overall, the ad has intensified personal attacks in a race already marked by debates over affordability, homelessness, and public safety. As Headlines Orbit notes, the outcome will hinge on whether voters prioritize policy depth over sensational campaign tactics.