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Nithya Raman Leads Spencer Pratt in Los Angeles Mayor Race Update

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In the latest update from the Los Angeles mayoral election, Nithya Raman has taken the lead over reality TV star Spencer Pratt for the second spot in the upcoming November election. Raman, a current City Council member, secured nearly 40% of the approximately 48,000 votes reported, surpassing Pratt by about 3,000 votes. The close margin means that the final outcome remains uncertain as more ballots are still being counted. Historically, late-arriving mail-in votes tend to favor Democratic candidates, which could benefit Raman. The election process in California often extends for several days post-election due to its reliance on mail-in ballots.

Key Details: • Nithya Raman: ~40% of votes, Spencer Pratt: ~18% • Approximately 48,000 votes reported as of Sunday night • California allows mail-in ballots to be counted up to 7 days after Election Day • Raman's campaign focuses on progressive issues, while Pratt is registered as a Republican

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