Democratic socialist Janeese Lewis George opens up lead in Washington, D.C., mayoral primary (opens original article in a new tab)

Democratic socialist Janeese Lewis George leads in Washington, D.C. mayoral primary, with former City Council member Kenyan McDuffie in second place. Trump criticized Lewis George, saying he would consider federal takeover if she wins.

• Janeese Lewis George leads in Washington, D.C. mayoral primary with 53% of first-place votes
• Kenyan McDuffie is second with 37%, with remaining votes split among five other candidates
• Trump criticized Lewis George, saying he would consider federal takeover if she wins