Election workers are still tallying the votes from Tuesday's special primary election to decide who's in the final running for Prince George's County executive.
Prince George's County State's Attorney Aisha Braveboy declared victory in the Democratic race for county executive.
Braveboy had a significant 43% lead on the county's unofficial results page, which was last refreshed just before 1 a.m. Wednesday. Rushern Baker has garnered 21% of the vote and Calvin Hawkins Jr. has 20%, according to those results.
Both Baker and Hawkins said Wednesday they're awaiting more votes to be counted.
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"While current tallies may suggest a certain outcome, it is imperative to recognize that a substantial number of votes remain uncounted. We owe it to every voter to ensure that each ballot is meticulously accounted for before drawing any conclusions," Baker said in a statement on X. "The integrity of our democratic process hinges on this commitment. We remain steadfast in our dedication to upholding the principles of fairness and accuracy in this election."
“At this time, while the current totals may suggest an unfavorable outcome, I am not conceding. A significant number of votes remain uncounted, and it is crucial to let the electoral process unfold properly and transparently," Hawkins said in a statement Wednesday. "Every vote matters, and the integrity of our democracy depends on ensuring that each ballot is carefully counted and verified."
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Eleven candidates, including eight Democrats and three Republicans, campaigned for the position left open after Angela Alsobrooks was elected to the U.S. Senate.
At last check, George E. McDermott was in the lead for the Republican nomination with nearly 34% of the vote.
The winner of the Democratic nomination is heavily favored to win the June general election in the majority blue county.
Braveboy's supporters appeared excited and, at times, anxious as they watched numbers come in during her election party Tuesday night.
"As we look ahead, we have some challenging times in Prince George's County. We do. But with your support, with your voices … we will see better tomorrows," Braveboy told the crowd.
Hawkins, who was a front-runner for the Democratic nomination, told News4 Tuesday night he's well prepared to become county executive.
"For the last six years, I've been intricately a part of moving Prince George's County forward. From the 14 brand-new schools we've built, to the resources we have given our teachers and the professional training opportunities we have given. From expanding what we are doing in public safety, how we're addressing the budget challenges," Hawkins said.
The general election is June 3.
