Delaware Chancery Court to rule on Wilmington City Council’s bid to oust member who switched political parties

Delaware Chancery Court Chancellor Kathaleen McCormick is reviewing a dispute over whether Wilmington City Councilman James Spadola violated the city charter by switching from Republican to Democrat in October 2025. The council voted to declare his seat vacant after he refused to revert to Republican, citing opposition to President Donald Trump’s policies. The case centers on charter provisions regarding qualifications for office.