DC jury nullification activists are about to have an ally as mayor

Published November 4, 2026 4:30pm ET Updated November 4, 2026 4:30pm ET

A Washington, D.C., leftist group under congressional scrutiny for activist juror trainings saw an outspoken supporter become mayor-elect on Tuesday.

Democrat Janeese Lewis George won more than 80% of the vote with the endorsement of Free DC, an organization opposing federal control of the district on crime and other issues. The self-described socialist also committed to various Free DC policy priorities in its March candidate questionnaire and promised collaboration with the group if elected.