2026 races U.S. House Delegate Kinney Zalesne
Kinney Zalesne
PositionsWhere they stand
5 of 6 stated
Where they stand
- Statehood & Federal PressureDC autonomy, Home Rule, response to federal overrides
Calls DC's lack of representation a national disgrace rooted in racism; wants a strategic 'grand bargain' on Capitol Hill for full representation. [Campaign site — Issues ↗]
- Public Safety & JusticeSecure DC, civilian review, federalized MPD response
Pair effective law enforcement with prevention and community engagement; robust funding for gun-violence best practices across federal, regional and local levels. [Campaign site — Issues ↗]
- Housing & EvictionsRent freeze ballot, TOPA reform, construction targets
Expand affordable housing through public, private and nonprofit partnerships, treating housing as linked to health, education and safety outcomes. [Campaign site — Issues ↗]
- Budget, Taxes & Federal WorkforceFY27 shortfall, federal workforce loss, tax decisions
Opposes the 'assault on our federal agencies'; diversify DC's economy into technology, healthcare and creative sectors while backing career civil servants. [Campaign site — Issues ↗]
- SchoolsDCPS vs. charters, OSSE oversight, federal K-12 funding
Reduce educational inequities by cutting truancy, supporting teachers and engaging families so every student experiences education's rewards. [Campaign site — Issues ↗]
No stated position yet on: Transportation.