On Tuesday, Vice President Kamala Harris achieved victory in the District of Columbia, thereby claiming the capital’s three electoral votes.
This outcome was anticipated, as the District has a longstanding reputation as a Democratic stronghold, particularly noted for its historical tensions with former President Donald Trump during his time in office.
Trump often characterized contemporary Washington as a crime-ridden dystopia, a portrayal widely contested by local leaders and residents.
Additionally, allies of Trump in Congress have expressed intentions to diminish the limited autonomy that D.C. holds, further highlighting the political divide.
The announcement of Harris’s win came at 10:20 p.m. EST, as declared by various news outlets.