Trump calls DC mayoral frontrunner Janeese Lewis George a ‘communist’ and suggests putting the capital under federal control if she wins But he's open to meeting her. We Got This Covered · Jun 29
Democratic socialists are winning in US cities with message of getting stuff done Mayors such as New York’s Zohran Mamdani show leftwing ideology can go hand-in-hand with effective governance The Guardian - US · Jun 28
Democratic socialists surge in mayoral races across the country as anti-Trump fervor rises A new wave of progressive leaders is winning mayoral races in major US cities. Candidates like Janeese Lewis George in Washington D.C. and Zohran Mamdani in New York City are championing expansive government services. These democratic socialists are challenging established political norms. Their victories signal a shift in urban politics,… The Economic Times · Jun 19
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 The Guardian - US · Jun 18
How Worried Should We Be About a Socialist Mayor in D.C.? In Tuesday's Democratic primary, voters overwhelmingly voted for Janeese Lewis George, a socialist who's promised to resist Donald Trump. Reason · Jun 17
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 The Guardian - US · Jun 16
Trump’s kingmaker power faces its biggest test yet as billion-dollar primaries explode across America Trump has been at the center of this year’s midterm campaigns, and his influence will be tested in different ways on Tuesday as four states and the District of Columbia hold primaries The Independent UK · Jun 16
Can $100 million overcome a Trump endorsement? What to watch in Tuesday's elections US President Donald Trump's endorsements face crucial tests in Republican primaries across Georgia, Alabama, and Oklahoma. Meanwhile, Democratic contests highlight divisions between progressives and moderates. Voters in these states are heading to the polls to decide key races. The power of Trump's backing is being measured against significant campaign spending… The Economic Times · Jun 16
Washington, D.C. Mayor reinstates a curfew for youth and restricts gatherings: ‘Summer heat tends to exacerbate tempers’ Teens “need safe, productive spaces.” We Got This Covered · Jun 15
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). Ballotpedia · May 22