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Labor-Funded Attack Ad Boosts Pratt, Draws Cruz, Rogan

5/11/2026

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The attack ad against TV star Spencer Pratt has sparked debate, with some conservatives saying it could boost his 2026 mayoral bid.
The Los Angeles County Federation of Labor’s independent committee spent $221,000 on the ad opposing Pratt.
Senator Ted Cruz amplified the video on X, suggesting the ad may help elect Pratt.
Podcast host Joe Rogan endorsed Pratt, prompting online commenters to mock the ad as an inadvertent promotion.

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The attack ad against TV star Spencer Pratt has sparked debate, with some conservatives saying it could boost his 2026 mayoral bid.
The Los Angeles County Federation of Labor’s independent committee spent $221,000 on the ad opposing Pratt.
Senator Ted Cruz amplified the video on X, suggesting the ad may help elect Pratt.
Podcast host Joe Rogan endorsed Pratt, prompting online commenters to mock the ad as an inadvertent promotion.