# Searcy Leads Takoma Park Mayor Race

> Takoma Park Mayor Talisha Searcy leads unofficial election results with over half of 5,800 votes counted.
- Title: Searcy Leads Takoma Park Mayor Race · The Banner | Shortify
- Summary: Takoma Park Mayor Talisha Searcy leads unofficial election results with over half of 5,800 votes counted. Takoma Park Mayor Talisha Searcy leads mayor's race…
- Keywords: talisha searcy, takoma park, mayor, council election, unofficial results, election results, The Banner
- Source: The Banner — https://thebanner.com/politics-power/local-government/talisha-searcy-takoma-park-mayor-council-election-KWKBTAFKZVCI5H2JKM7WUOTIBQ
- Author: Ginny Bixby
- Published: 2026-11-04T03:55:14.737+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: talisha searcy, takoma park, mayor, council election, unofficial results, election results, news, local
## Searcy Leads Mayor Race
Takoma Park Mayor Talisha Searcy leads unofficial election results with over half of 5,800 votes counted.
## Searcy's Campaign Focus
Searcy campaigned on increasing affordable housing, strengthening local businesses, and improving public safety.
## Searcy's Background
Searcy works in health information technology and has served as mayor since November 2022.
## Searcy's Endorsement
Searcy was endorsed by Montgomery County Council member Kate Stewart, who encouraged her to run in 2022.
## Gagliardo's Campaign
Gagliardo, a former Takoma Park city attorney, campaigned for more government transparency and effective use of taxpayer dollars.
## Key takeaway

Takoma Park Mayor Talisha Searcy leads mayor's race with significant margin after two hours of voting.