Brooke Pinto
Coverage of Brooke Pinto in the Nexus archive.
- White wins DC delegate primary, saying ‘people are tired of losing’
Robert White won the Democratic primary for DC's delegate seat, defeating a field including Kinney Zalesne and Brooke Pinto. The race highlighted concerns over affordability and voter frustration, with White emphasizing actionable leadership over campaign promises.
- The Day After: Where the June 16 Election Results Stand
Robert White won the Democratic primary for D.C.'s delegate to Congress with 63.2% of the vote, while Janeese Lewis George leads the mayoral race with 52.8% of counted votes. Brooke Pinto conceded the delegate race, and Kenyan McDuffie remains her closest competitor in the mayoral contest.
- Robert White Jr. wins DC delegate Democratic primary
Robert White Jr. won the DC delegate primary with 63.2% of the vote, defeating City Council colleague Brooke Pinto, who received 21.5%. The Associated Press called the contest just after 12:10 a.m. ET Wednesday.
- Robert White wins DC delegate primary
Robert White won the Washington, D.C., delegate Democratic primary, securing his position as the district’s next delegate. He will replace Eleanor Holmes Norton, who has represented D.C. since 1991, and faces no major general election challengers in the deep-blue district. White’s platform focuses on affordability, public safety, and defending D.C. autonomy, including advocating for control of the D.C. National Guard by the mayor rather than the president.
- DC primary election results: Voters pick nominees for new mayor, delegate, AG
DC voters selected nominees for mayor, delegate to Congress, attorney general, and council seats in a primary election. Janeese Lewis George and Kenyan McDuffie are leading candidates for mayor, while Robert White and Brooke Pinto compete for delegate. Brian Schwalb faces J.P. Szymkowicz in the attorney general race. Democrats are favored to win most races due to the city's voter composition.
- Washington, DC, voters cast ballots in crucial primaries as Trump reshapes the capital
Washington, DC voters hold primaries for mayor and congressional delegate amid Trump administration's influence on the city's autonomy. Democratic candidates Janeese Lewis George and Kenyan McDuffie compete for mayor, while Brooke Pinto and Robert White Jr. vie for delegate. Trump's policies, including federal law enforcement surges and threats of further intervention, dominate the election context.
- Washington, DC, voters cast ballots in crucial primaries as Trump reshapes the capital
Washington, DC, voters are selecting party candidates for mayor and the district's congressional delegate in a primary marked by rank choice voting. Janeese Lewis George and Kenyan McDuffie are leading the mayoral race, while Brooke Pinto and Robert White Jr. compete for the congressional delegate position. The election occurs amid tensions over federal control of the city under President Donald Trump, who has threatened a federal takeover and implemented policies affecting local governance.
- Washington, DC, voters cast ballots in crucial primaries as Trump reshapes the capital
Washington, DC, voters participate in primaries for mayor and congressional delegate amid Trump administration's influence. Key candidates include Janeese Lewis George and Kenyan McDuffie for mayor, and Brooke Pinto and Robert White Jr. for delegate, with Trump's federal interventions and policies shaping the political landscape.
- Washington, DC, voters cast ballots in crucial primaries as Trump reshapes the capital
Washington, DC, voters cast ballots in primaries for mayor and a congressional delegate, with Democratic candidates favored in an overwhelmingly Democratic city. The election occurs amid tensions between the city and the Trump administration over federal control, including threats of a federal takeover and reduced autonomy. Rank choice voting is being used for the first time, potentially delaying results.
- AP Decision Notes: What to expect in the Washington, DC, primary
Washington, D.C., holds a districtwide primary with a new ranked choice voting system, featuring a competitive Democratic mayoral race between Janeese Lewis George and Kenyan McDuffie, each backed by different endorsements. President Donald Trump threatens a federal takeover if Lewis George wins, reflecting ongoing tensions over the city's governance.
- AP Decision Notes: What to expect in the Washington, DC, primary
Washington, D.C., holds a districtwide primary for federal and local offices amid federal intervention by President Donald Trump and a new ranked choice voting system. The mayoral race includes Janeese Lewis George and Kenyan McDuffie, with endorsements from progressive groups and former officials, while Trump threatens a federal takeover if Lewis George wins.
- DC delegate race will bring about generational change
The DC delegate race will bring generational change as 88-year-old Eleanor Holmes Norton, who has held the seat for 35 years, steps down, opening the field to new candidates including current council members and other Democrats. The election is described as consequential due to Norton's departure and simultaneous races for mayor and D.C. Council.
- DC delegate candidates outline priorities on statehood, economy and safety
DC delegate candidates competing to replace Eleanor Holmes Norton emphasize priorities including statehood, economic stability, and housing. All four responding candidates support DC statehood but differ on strategies to achieve it, with approaches ranging from building national political alliances to leveraging congressional relationships.
- Trump looms large over upcoming primary elections in Washington, DC
Washington, D.C. residents will hold primaries for mayor and congressional delegate in June 2024, with President Donald Trump's influence on the city's governance and economy shaping campaign dynamics. The city's limited autonomy under federal control and Trump's policies, including National Guard deployments and federal workforce cuts, are central issues.
- Trump looms large over upcoming primary elections in Washington, DC
Washington, D.C., is holding primary elections for mayor and congressional delegate, with President Donald Trump's influence on city governance and policies emerging as a key issue. The city faces challenges including federal control over local affairs, high unemployment, and limited autonomy under a 1973 home rule agreement. Candidates Janeese Lewis George, Kenyan McDuffie, Robert White Jr., and Brooke Pinto are vying for leadership roles.
- DC curfew ends as teen takeover fears clock in – city braces for chaos amid spring break mayhem
Washington, D.C. is ending a citywide curfew amid fears of teen-led chaos during spring break, following recent unsanctioned takeovers like the Navy Yard incident. The Juvenile Curfew Second Temporary Amendment Act of 2025 expires Wednesday, sparking debates over safety and potential racial targeting of Black youth.