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Democratic socialist Janeese Lewis George to be next mayor of Washington DC

City councillor who ran on expanding childcare, education and housing slated for office after opponent concedes

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The D.C. mayoral race offers two leading candidates who are saying a lot of the right things about housing supply.

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Trump looms over DC mayoral primary vote as democratic socialist leads polls

Janeese Lewis George’s ‘people-first platform’ appears to have given her an edge as how the next mayor will handle Trump is key question on residents’ minds

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Ohio will be one of six states with a voter ID measure on the ballot this year

Welcome to the Tuesday, June 16, 2026, Brew.

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'Mamdani of D.C.' Takes Lead in Democratic Primary as Trump Warns He Could 'Take Over' Washington

Washington, D.C.'s mayoral race has become a national political flashpoint after progressive Democrat emerged as one of the leading contenders in next week's Democratic primary, prompting an unusual warning from President Donald Trump about the future of the nation's capital.

Latin Times

Washington, D.C., is holding its first mayoral election using ranked-choice voting

Seven candidates are running in the Democratic primary for mayor of Washington, D.C. on June 16, 2026. Two candidates led in media attention: Janeese Lewis George (D) and Kenyan McDuffie (D).

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D.C. Council Expels Trayon White Over Bribery Allegations

D.C. Council expels Trayon White over bribery allegations. White faces trial and potential prison time. Special election to restore trust in local leadership.

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Washington D.C. approves funds for slavery reparations in next year's budget

The legislation seeks to address those "directly wronged and traumatized by the ills of slavery, Jim Crow, and structural and institutional racism"

Latin Times

Washington, D.C., Extends Bar Hours During Women’s World Cup

The move is being made to accommodate overnight game times in Australia and New Zealand.

Sports Illustrated

WATCH: Washington D.C. councilman continues to make his case for the Commanders

He believes the Commanders should return to Washington, D.C.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Washington D.C. councilman makes his case for new Commanders’ new stadium at RFK

Councilman Kenyan McDuffie wants to bring the Commanders home to Washington, D.C.

USA Today Sports Media Group

DC's pioneering 'Baby Bonds' plan aims to narrow wealth gap

A landmark social program is being pioneered in the nation’s capital

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