Trump Says He Supports Spencer Pratt for L.A. Mayor, Calls Him “A Big MAGA Person”

Key Points:

• Former reality TV star Spencer Pratt is running for mayor of Los Angeles and has drawn attention after former President Donald Trump expressed support for his campaign, calling Pratt a "character" and a "big MAGA person."
• Pratt, a registered Republican, has tried to distance himself from Trump and downplay his party affiliation in the heavily Democratic city, but Trump’s comments are likely to be used against him by opponents.
• Incumbent Mayor Karen Bass and City Council member Nithya Raman, both Pratt’s rivals, have linked Pratt to Trump during the campaign, with Raman emphasizing the need to prevent a "MAGA Republican" from gaining office in Los Angeles.
• Pratt responded to the political attacks by highlighting endorsements from "moms and animal lovers" and insists he represents all of Los Angeles rather than a political party, claiming to run without traditional campaign backing.
• The mayoral race is drawing national interest due to the unusual crossover of reality TV fame, political affiliations, and high-profile endorsements, reflecting broader cultural and political divides.