D.C. Council member Janeese Lewis George, who represents Ward 4, announced Monday that she will run for mayor in 2026.

She’s the first high profile candidate to enter the race since Mayor Muriel Bowser said she would not seek a fourth term .

Lewis George made the announcement in a video posted on social media and says she’ll focus on public safety and economic issues such as lowering the cost of housing and child care.

Lewis George is self-described as a democratic socialist.

Four lesser known candidates have also announced their run for mayor.

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