Spencer Pratt, a reality television personality and candidate for mayor of Los Angeles, stated he is 'cool with Crips and Bloods' and intends to meet with members of these rival gangs as part of his campaign efforts. Pratt made these comments during an interview with Vanity Fair, where he discussed his outreach to communities that have traditionally supported Democratic candidates. He hosted a campaign event in South Central Los Angeles, which he described as a block party in the territory of the Rollin’ 60s Neighborhood Crips.
Pratt, a Republican, acknowledged that he initially entered the race to politically damage incumbent Mayor Karen Bass, whom he blames for poor emergency management during a wildfire that affected his home. He expressed a belief that he can win the election, stating he feels 'energetically' destined to become mayor. Pratt also filed an election complaint against Bass, alleging she violated city election laws with a social media video.
Despite skepticism from his family about his campaign, Pratt has gained traction, with recent polling showing him only 8 points behind Bass, a notable improvement from earlier polls.