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Vote Your Future: 2026 DC Primary Candidate Forums and Debates Schedule

April 29, 2026

The Washington Informer has created a schedule of candidate forums and debates for Washington, D.C. voters ahead of the June 2026 primary election. Multiple events will take place throughout April and May, featuring candidates running for positions including mayor, U.S. House delegate, attorney general, and D.C. Council seats. The newspaper is both producing some events itself and compiling information about other forums happening citywide.

Who is affected

  • Voters across Washington, D.C.
  • Candidates running for mayor, U.S. House delegate, attorney general, and D.C. Council positions
  • The Washington Informer (organizing and covering events)
  • George Washington University (hosting venue)
  • Council for Court Excellence (event host)
  • Spotlight DC (event host)

What action is being taken

  • The Washington Informer is compiling a running schedule of candidate forums and debates
  • The schedule continues to be updated as more events are announced
  • Multiple candidate forums and debates are taking place throughout April and May

Why it matters

  • These forums and debates provide D.C. voters with direct access to candidates before the primary election, allowing them to make informed decisions about who will lead their city and represent their interests. The events cover major leadership positions that will shape the District's future governance and policy direction, making voter education crucial for meaningful democratic participation.

What's next

  • April 30: Congressional Candidate Forum at THEARC
  • May 2: U.S. House Delegate and Mayoral Debate at George Washington University
  • May 14: U.S. House Delegate Debate hosted by Spotlight DC
  • Additional forums and debates throughout May
  • June 16, 2026: Primary election

Read full article from source: The Washington Informer

Vote Your Future: 2026 DC Primary Candidate Forums and Debates Schedule