Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass appears to be heading into the thick of her re-election campaign on shaky ground.
A new poll fromEmerson College Polling/Inside California Politicsshows Bass leading a crowded field of potential challengers with just 20% support, while a majority of voters — 51% — say they remain undecided.
The numbers suggest the race for City Hall could be wide open heading into the June primary and likely November runoff election.
The poll shows Bass’s standing with voters is weak, with just 24% of Angelenos saying they approve of the job she’ is ‘s doing as mayor, while 47% say they disapprove.
Despite the incumbent’s low approval numbers, none of her challengers have yet emerged as a clear alternative.
The poll found former reality TV starSpencer Prattin second with 10% support, followed closely by LA City CouncilmemberNithya Ramanat 9%. Other candidates trail in the low single digits.
With more than half of voters still pondering, the race could shift dramatically as campaigning intensifies.
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The survey also tested California’s 2026 governor’s race, where Rep.Eric Swalwellcurrently leads the crowded primary field with 17% support. Conservative commentatorSteve Hiltonfollowed at 13%, while businessman Tom Steyer and Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco each received about 11%.
Rep. Katie Porter drew 8% in the early test, while roughly a quarter of voters say they are still considering all options.
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