Katie Wilson takes a narrow lead over Bruce Harrell in Seattle mayor's race

By: Nate Sanford

Outlets: KNKX

Published: November 11, 2025

Words: 75

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 1 day ago

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After trailing on election night, Katie Wilson pulled ahead of Mayor Bruce Harrell with Monday's ballot count. She now leads the incumbent by 91 votes.

According to Washington state law, a machine recount is required if the gap between candidates is less 2,000 votes and less than half a percentage point. A hand recount is required if the difference is less than 150 votes and a quarter percentage point.

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