"The roster of campaign contributors to Los Angeles mayoral candidates has something in common with the courtside seats at Lakers games: Both are sprinkled with the rich and famous."
"It's a very short timeline that is not usual for a mayor's race where you're challenging an incumbent. It takes a while to get these celebrities."
"I expect more big names will contribute if no candidate wins a majority in the June 2 primary, which would trigger a runoff in the Nov. 3 general election."
"In 2022, 'E.T.' director Steven Spielberg gave $1,500 to Bass' first campaign for mayor as well as $125,000 to the independent expenditure group 'Communities United for Bass."
Los Angeles mayoral candidates are receiving substantial contributions from celebrities and wealthy individuals, including Jeanie Buss, Colin Jost, and Dave Winfield. Each has donated the maximum amount of $1,800 to their preferred candidates. The presence of high-profile donors is typical in Los Angeles elections, particularly due to the city's entertainment industry. Political consultant Mike Trujillo notes that more celebrity contributions are likely if no candidate secures a majority in the upcoming primary, potentially leading to a runoff election in November.
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