Katie Wilson sworn in as Seattle mayor, signaling progressive shift at city hall

(The Center Square) – Self-described Democratic socialist Katie Wilson was sworn in as Seattle’s new mayor during a ceremony at city hall on Friday morning, marking the start of an administration expected to pursue a more progressive policy agenda.

City employees, elected officials, reporters, and residents turned out to attend the swearing-in ceremony for Wilson, who has garnered significant national attention following her upset victory in the November election over then-incumbent Mayor Bruce Harrell.