Justin Bieber recently made headlines after making a surprise appearance at Los Angeles’ MacArthur Park, where he performed an impromptu set while also distributing supplies to unhoused people. Now, Spencer Pratt has criticized Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman’s description of the singer’s appearance, calling it “propaganda.”
Spencer Pratt attacked Nathan Hochman’s description of Justin Bieber’s MacArthur Park performance
Justin Bieber performed an impromptu set at MacArthur Park on September 22, with videos from the appearance quickly circulating online. Hochman later described Bieber’s performance as a sign of progress in efforts to reclaim the park from drug dealers and make it more welcoming for families.
According to TMZ, Pratt responded to Hochman’s post on social media, questioning the description of the performance as “impromptu.”
Pratt wrote, “Yes, an “impromptu” set with generator-powered amps and blacked out armed security SUV directly behind him.”
“This bull*hit propaganda is maddening. Stop pissing on our legs and telling us it’s raining. Send your kids to play barefoot soccer there without security.” He added.
Pratt’s comments focused on the security presence around Bieber and his disagreement with Hochman’s portrayal of the performance. Hochman had described the appearance as “a testament to the progress we are achieving to take back the park from drug dealers and enliven it for families.”
The controversy comes as Bieber’s visit has received attention for reasons beyond the performance itself. According to sources cited by TMZ and E! News, Bieber went to the park to distribute supplies to unhoused people. He reportedly gave out gift cards, socks, water and other supplies, while also performing with several musicians.
Pratt and Bieber do not appear to have an ongoing public feud. The two previously met at one of Bieber’s concerts, where Pratt took a photo with the singer in 2018. Pratt has also previously spoken positively about Bieber.
Pratt has more recently made headlines for his political commentary, including criticism of Los Angeles officials. His latest comments, however, were specifically directed at Hochman’s characterization of Bieber’s MacArthur Park appearance.
For Bieber, the surprise visit combined a low-key performance with an effort to provide resources to people at the park. Hochman and Pratt offered sharply different interpretations of what the appearance represented.
