Nithya Raman defeats Spencer Pratt to face Karen Bass in LA mayoral election, CBS News projects
Updated on: June 8, 2026 / 8:27 PM PDT / CBS LA
TL;DR
- Nithya Raman will face Karen Bass in the November election for Los Angeles mayor.
- Raman overtook Spencer Pratt in vote counts to secure the second spot in the general election.
- California's primary system allows the top two vote-getters to advance, regardless of party.
- Bass received 34.3% of the vote, and Raman received 28.5%, with 93% of votes counted.
- Both Raman and Bass's campaigns have released statements reacting to the election results and looking towards the general election.
- The race gained national attention due to events in Los Angeles in 2025, including fires and immigration enforcement actions.
- Raman stated this will be her last political campaign if she does not win the mayoral election.
- Karen Bass stated this will be her last campaign for public office after serving as mayor and a congresswoman.
- Spencer Pratt, a political newcomer, entered the race after the Palisades Fire and has gained a significant social media following.