Washington, DC, voters cast ballots in crucial primaries as Trump reshapes capital

Summary

Washington, D.C. voters headed to polls Tuesday to select Democratic nominees for mayor and congressional delegate in primaries that will largely determine who represents the heavily Democratic capital. The races unfold as Donald Trump prepares to return to the presidency, reshaping the political landscape in a city where his policies and presence have become central to local debates. Mayor Muriel Bowser, seeking a third term, faces challengers in a contest over how to address crime, homelessness, and the district's fiscal challenges. The primary winners will face minimal Republican opposition in November's general election, making Tuesday's vote effectively decisive.