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US progressive Lewis George on track to become DC mayor

Updated 2026-06-18 15:55 UTC 2 sources Neutral

Democratic Socialist Lewis George is poised to win the mayoral election in Washington D.C., despite threats from President Trump who claims he could 'take back' the city if she wins.

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The Hill
Vice President Vance on Wednesday said he was “legitimately worried” about audio tapes of conversations from the Situation Room being leaked to journalists at The New York Times. His comments come after a recent report alleged that Vance led the administration’s response to fallout from the release
2026-06-18 15:23 UTC
Al Jazeera
The Democratic Socialist has vowed aggressive response to Trump, who has said he could 'take back' DC if she wins.
2026-06-18 15:26 UTC
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