City Cast DC Does DC Want a New Mayor? Plus, Weed Economy, and RIP 2000 Series Trains
Oct 17, 2025
Junaid Dill, an Axios reporter specializing in D.C. politics, joins to discuss the future of Mayor Bowser as she navigates a potential fourth term amid possible challengers like Kenyon McDuffie and Janice Lewis-George. The conversation shifts to D.C.'s booming cannabis market, highlighting the tension between licensed retailers and informal shops, with regulatory pressures complicating the landscape. They also bid farewell to the 2000-series Metro cars, exploring upcoming 8000-series replacements, promising a new era for transit in the city.
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Mayoral Race Hinges On Bowser's Decision
- D.C.'s mayoral race is fluid and hinges heavily on Mayor Bowser's decision to run again.
- Potential candidates like Kenyon McDuffie and Janice Lewis-George are positioning themselves depending on her choice.
Voter Fatigue Could Undermine Incumbency
- Voter fatigue and reactions to federal actions could drive a desire for change against the status quo.
- A progressive challenger could exploit dissatisfaction even if pragmatic governance with the White House is working behind the scenes.
Lewis-George's Ward 4 Appeal
- Junaid describes Janice Lewis-George's Ward 4 as diverse, mixing longtime residents, seniors, and younger newcomers.
- He says her appeal bridged those groups and helped her unseat a Bowser ally.