United StatesThe D.C. Council has approved funding for semi-open primaries beginning with the 2028 elections, allowing independent voters to participate in district-level primaries. This decision follows a voter-approved referendum over 18 months ago. The council allocated $1.1 million for this initiative between 2027 and 2030. The vote was 9-2 in favor, with At-Large Councilwoman Christina Henderson supporting the move. Semi-open primaries would enable registered independents to take part in primary elections, which previously were restricted to registered party members.
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