In Washington, D.C., Democratic socialist Janeese Lewis George won the mayoral primary. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Associated Press.
George won the primary on June 16, 2026, and spoke to supporters at the Howard Theatre. She is a candidate for mayor of Washington. This victory is part of a broader trend of Democratic socialists winning mayoral races across the United States.
According to the Associated Press, Democratic socialists have won mayoral races in several cities, strengthening their position amid rising anti-Trump sentiment. This trend was evident in the 2026 elections.