Jeanie Buss backs Spencer Pratt with max donation in LA mayor race

As Los Angeles mayoral candidates took the stage for another debate, a surprising name surfaced in campaign finance reports. Jeanie Buss, longtime steward of the Los Angeles Lakers, contributed the maximum allowable amount, $1,800, to Spencer Pratt’s campaign.

The donation came to light through a circulating report shared online, highlighting Buss’ support as Pratt continues to build momentum in an increasingly competitive race. Buss has not addressed the contribution publicly, including on her social platforms, where she maintains a sizable following.

Jeanie Buss, the billionaire businesswoman and governor of the LA Lakers, has donated the maximum allowable amount to the mayoral campaign of @spencerpratt.

Buss and her family sold their majority stake in the Lakers at a $10 billion valuation in 2025 but still maintain a 15%… pic.twitter.com/JUddbgz8Rb

— Yashar Ali (@yashar) April 29, 2026

Fundraising race tightens

Pratt’s campaign has quietly gained traction. Recent figures show he raised close to $540,000 since January, narrowly edging out Nithya Raman, who brought in about $530,000 during the same stretch. Incumbent Karen Bass trailed slightly in new fundraising with roughly $495,000.

Despite that, Bass still holds a commanding financial advantage overall. Her campaign has built a war chest of approximately $2.3 million over the past two years, giving her a strong foundation as the race progresses.

Polling reflects the uncertainty surrounding the field. No candidate currently appears positioned to secure more than 50% of the vote outright, which raises the likelihood of a runoff election later this year.

Jeanie Buss’ contribution adds another layer of intrigue. While celebrity involvement in politics is nothing new in Los Angeles, high-profile financial backing can shape narratives and signal confidence in emerging candidates. For Pratt, this moment underscores growing visibility at a critical point in the race.

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