Mayor Karen Bass is moving forward to the Los Angeles mayoral runoff election in November, according to projections from NBC News on Wednesday morning.

In a crowded field exceeding a dozen candidates, she holds 36.5 percent of the vote.

Bass has navigated a challenging term as Los Angeles mayor, dealing with the aftermath of the 2025 Pacific Palisades wildfires, increasing homelessness, an affordability crisis, and conflicts with city unions. Detractors point to delayed actions and internal disputes, whereas backers emphasize her focus on fairness and safety, marking a period of both obstacles and programs.

Former reality television personality and Republican candidate Spencer Pratt follows with 29.2 percent of the vote. Because no candidate achieved the required 50 percent to win outright, Bass and Pratt will compete in the November 3 general election for the mayoral position.

Pratt joined the race after losing his residence in the Pacific Palisades wildfires and faulted city leaders for their response to the crisis. Drawing on his public recognition, he presents himself as an alternative to established practices, stressing responsibility and crisis management even without previous political roles.

Pratt's Visibility Fuels His Bid

His effort relies on eye-catching methods such as TikTok commentary, AI-created clips that satirize rivals, and direct political promotions. Pratt has also appeared on podcasts including The Club Random with Bill Maher, The Tim Dillon Show, Let's Be Honest with Kristin Cavallari, his former The Hills co-star, and The Joe Rogan Experience.

He has gained support from prominent individuals such as Dennis Quaid, James Woods, Rob Schnier, and Entourage creator Doug Ellin, who shared strong views on the city's conditions in a lengthy Instagram post.

Los Angeles, a strongly Democratic city, has not chosen a Republican mayor since 2001, rendering Pratt's effort an uphill but closely observed contest.

The general election is scheduled for November 3.