Trending Now - Spencer Pratt Claims Independence Amid Bass Negligence Accusations

WHO:

NBC News Politics - Spencer Pratt, L.A. mayoral candidate and former reality TV star.

NBC News - Karen Bass, current Mayor of Los Angeles.

NBC News - Gavin Newsom, Governor of California.

WHAT:

NBC News Politics - Spencer Pratt claims he does not "need anyone’s endorsement" for his mayoral campaign.

NBC News - Spencer Pratt accuses Mayor Karen Bass and Governor Gavin Newsom of "criminal negligence" regarding their handling of the L.A. wildfires.

WHERE:

NBC News Politics - Los Angeles, California.

WHY:

NBC News - Spencer Pratt's accusations stem from the handling of the devastating L.A. wildfires that destroyed many homes, including his own.

HOW:

NBC News - Spencer Pratt discussed his campaign and accusations during an interview with NBC News’ Tom Llamas.

(UPDATED May 29, 2026 01:39 UTC)

Spencer Pratt, a candidate for mayor of Los Angeles and former reality TV star, has stated that he does not "need anyone’s endorsement" for his campaign. In a recent interview with NBC News’ Tom Llamas, Pratt accused current Mayor Karen Bass and California Governor Gavin Newsom of "criminal negligence" in their response to the devastating wildfires that have destroyed many homes, including his own. The discussion took place in Los Angeles, where Pratt is actively campaigning for the mayoral position.