Reality TV personality Spencer Pratt recently traveled to Washington, D.C., bringing attention to the aftermath of a devastating fire that impacted numerous homes, while also criticizing California Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass for their handling of the situation.
Pratt, known for his role on the reality show Hills, lost his home in Palisade due to the fire, and so did his mother. He expressed frustration over the lack of permission granted to rebuild and raised concerns about the whereabouts of millions in relief funds.
In a video posted on Instagram, Pratt explained that he was in D.C. to connect with people who could help prevent further occurrences like what happened in his community. He declared, “Justice is coming.”
While he mentioned meeting some “very important” government officials, he clarified that former President Trump was not among them, as he is not part of the campaign scene.
Pratt believes that Newsom and Bass view his activism as a threat to their positions, especially regarding the issues that contributed to the catastrophic fire and the overwhelming recovery challenges. He stated, “I’m literally nothing to lose; I’m their worst nightmare, and all I’m trying to do is share real facts.”
Furthermore, he criticized the preventability of the situation, citing that twelve lives were lost in the Palisade fire, marking it as criminal negligence.
Among the individuals he met was Boral Essayri, a U.S. lawyer for California’s Central District, and Pratt described their meeting as highly productive.
“The themes of our discussion aligned with the feelings of many in Palisade and Altadena. There’s more that needs to come to light,” he remarked, asserting that he aimed to clarify the misinformation and suspicions surrounding aid for the fire victims.
Despite feeling somewhat powerless documenting the situation on TikTok, Pratt found his D.C. trip transformative. “It was life-changing to speak to someone who can provide answers to victims after seven months of wondering,” he noted.
During his trip, Pratt also met with U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondy and officials from the Agriculture Department and the Environmental Protection Agency.
He speculated that the fires in Los Angeles might seriously jeopardize Newsom’s prospects for a presidential run in 2028.
“Everything I’ve ever owned has been destroyed. The stakes are incredibly high,” Pratt lamented. “I’m pushing back because they ruined my life, and the narrative being spun is full of lies.”
He expressed gratitude toward others affected by the fires who reached out to him, bolstering his resolve to hold Newsom and Bass accountable.
“Every day feels like a nightmare as more people find my number and reach out. Their struggles fuel my determination,” he added.
