Robert White wins Democratic primary for D.C. delegate to Congress
Summary
Robert White Jr. won the Democratic primary for Washington D.C.'s nonvoting delegate to Congress, likely replacing Eleanor Holmes Norton after her 18 terms. White promises to fight for the city's autonomy as D.C. faces federal intervention and challenges under President Trump’s administration.Key Facts
- Robert White Jr. won the Democratic primary for D.C.’s delegate to Congress.
- Eleanor Holmes Norton decided not to run again after 18 terms in office.
- The D.C. delegate can speak and introduce bills in Congress but cannot vote.
- D.C. residents voted for a new mayor and delegate in the same election for the first time in a generation.
- D.C. has limited self-rule; the federal government controls its budget and laws.
- President Trump increased federal control by sending the National Guard to the city and cutting federal jobs.
- Candidates White, Janeese Lewis George, and Kenyan McDuffie all support protecting D.C.’s autonomy against federal intervention.
- The election used ranked choice voting for the first time in D.C., which may delay final results.
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