Janeese Lewis George Leads DC Mayoral Democratic Primary
City Councilmember Janeese Lewis George, a democratic socialist, has established a significant lead in the Washington, D.C., Democratic mayoral primary. The latest results from Tuesday’s election show Lewis George with nearly 53 percent of the vote, positioning her 16.28 percentage points ahead of her closest competitor. This high-stakes race aims to select a successor for retiring Mayor Muriel Bowser.
City Councilmember Janeese Lewis George, a democratic socialist, holds a substantial lead in the Washington, D.C., Democratic mayoral primary.
Latest results from Tuesday’s election indicate Lewis George has secured almost 53 percent of the vote. This places her 16.28 percentage points ahead of her nearest opponent in the race.
The primary election is part of the high-stakes contest to determine who will succeed current Mayor Muriel Bowser, who is retiring.
According to The Hill, Lewis George's lead is described as sizable.
