
Janeese Lewis George Poised to Win DC Mayor as Ranked-Choice Debuts
Janeese Lewis George led with about 53% of first‑choice votes to Kenyan McDuffie’s 37% in DC’s first ranked‑choice mayoral contest, placing her on track to win the post as remaining ballots are counted. The night also saw Robert White win the congressional delegate seat and incumbents re-elected in several council races, signaling a broader shift toward progressive leadership in the city and setting up a November general election battle.
