A reality TV star caught the mayor on video, and now the police are investigating
Spencer Pratt claims Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass broke election laws by filming a campaign video too close to a ballot drop box.
We trust our leaders to follow the same rules we do, especially when it comes to voting. But a simple campaign video has sparked an official police probe in Los Angeles.
What Happened
Reality TV star Spencer Pratt filed a complaint against Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass. He claims she broke the law during her campaign.
Pratt says Bass posted photos and videos of supporters and campaign signs right next to an official ballot drop box. Under local law, you cannot campaign within 100 feet of a voting spot.
The City Clerk's Office reviewed the complaint. Now, they are handing the case over to the Los Angeles Police Department to review.
What the evidence shows
- California law bans campaign work within 100 feet of a voting site or ballot box.
- Mayor Karen Bass posted videos showing campaign signs and supporters next to a ballot drop box.
- Reality star Spencer Pratt filed a formal complaint about the videos.
- The Los Angeles City Clerk sent the complaint to the LAPD for review.
- The case was also sent to the county clerk's office.
The Bigger Question
This story is about more than just a video online. It asks if our leaders think the rules do not apply to them.
When political campaigns ignore simple laws, it hurts public trust. If regular citizens must follow the rules, shouldn't the mayor do the same?
The Other Side
Mayor Bass's team dismissed the complaints quickly. They said Pratt is just angry that the mayor has real human supporters instead of fake online bots.
Based on the video evidence, this defense does not address whether the campaign broke the 100-foot rule.
What Happens Now
The LAPD must now look at the video and decide if the mayor broke the law. If they find she did, it could lead to fines or other legal trouble.
For regular voters, this is a reminder that election rules apply to everyone, even those at the top.
What We Still Don't Know
- Did the campaign team measure the distance from the ballot box before filming?
- Will the LAPD treat this as a serious crime or a minor slip-up?
- How will this affect the mayor's standing with local voters?
Transparency notes
Published: May 28, 2026. No major post-publication update has been logged.
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