New Poll Shows LA Mayoral Race Locked In Statistical Tie

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, City Councilmember Nithya Raman and television personality Spencer Pratt are locked in a close three-way race ahead of the June primary, according to a new UC Berkeley/Los Angeles Times poll. The survey found Bass at 26%, Raman at 25% and Pratt at 22%, placing all three candidates within the poll’s margin of error.

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The latest numbers show a tighter contest compared to earlier polling, when Bass held a larger lead. Voter concerns surrounding public safety, homelessness and city services appear to be shaping the race as candidates compete for support in the final stretch before Election Day.

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The poll also found that undecided voters are becoming less common. According to the survey, the undecided share dropped from 26% in March to 10% this month, suggesting campaigns are now focused more on turnout efforts than persuading new voters.

Polling trends indicate that support for Bass has remained relatively steady, while both Raman and Pratt have gained ground in recent months. Analysts say the shift could reflect growing interest among voters looking for alternatives in the race for City Hall.

Bass has received support from former Vice President Kamala Harris, while Pratt has campaigned as an independent candidate emphasizing change and outsider appeal. Raman, a progressive member of the City Council, has positioned herself as a Democratic alternative focused on city reform and local issues.

Los Angeles uses a top-two primary system, meaning the two candidates with the most votes will advance to a November runoff if no one receives more than 50% of the vote on June 2. With polling showing only a narrow gap between the leading candidates, the race remains highly competitive heading into the final days of campaigning.