Los Angeles Mayoral Race Heats Up as Candidates File Declarations
The race for the Los Angeles mayoral seat is intensifying as candidates file their declarations of intent at the city clerk's office. The filing period, which lasted six days, saw a diverse group of individuals, including business owners, former reality TV stars, and local council members, submitting their paperwork to run in the June 2 primary. Notable figures such as Spencer Pratt, a former reality TV star, and Tim Gaspar, a business owner, are among the candidates. The process requires each candidate to gather 500 legitimate voter signatures by March 4 to secure a spot on the ballot. The current mayor, Karen Bass, is seeking re-election and faces competition from over 30 candidates. The political atmosphere is charged, with candidates like Jose Ugarte, a top aide to Councilmember Curren Price, expressing strong opinions against some of their opponents. 
