Incumbent Karen Bass is currently leading the Los Angeles mayoral primary as city officials continue counting ballots in a race that will likely require a November runoff.Challenger Spencer Pratt has surged to second place by campaigning on his personal experience with the 2025 Palisades fire and voter dissatisfaction with current leadership.Progressive candidate
Nithya Raman remains in contention as the city grapples with significant public concerns over homelessness, crime, and housing costs.