City Councilmember Janeese Lewis George is leading the Democratic primary for mayor of Washington, D.C., according to the latest election results from June 13, 2026. Lewis George has received approximately 53 percent of the vote, which places her 16.28 percentage points ahead of her closest competitor, former City Councilmember [Name]. This primary is significant as it will determine the Democratic nominee to succeed retiring Mayor Muriel Bowser.
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Janeese Lewis George Leads in Washington, D.C. Democratic Primary for Mayor
Janeese Lewis George is currently leading the Democratic primary for mayor of Washington, D.C., with nearly 53 percent of the vote. She is ahead by 16.28 percentage points over her nearest rival, as the city prepares for a transition following Mayor Muriel Bowser's retirement.
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