The main controversy in Washington on election day: In Washington, the fate of the foie gras was decided at the same time as the congressional elections. "The residents of Washington also elect a mayor and members of the city council, and together they determine the fate of an initiative to ban foie gras, a French delicacy made from the liver of ducks and geese, which has sparked controversy among restaurateurs and animal rights activists. The initiative put to the vote prohibits the forced feeding of birds to enlarge their livers, as well as the sale of products obtained in this way. If the residents of the capital support the proposal, the ban is expected to be introduced from July 1, 2027, and violators will face fines of $1 to $5,000."

The main controversy in Washington on election day: In Washington, the fate of the foie gras was decided at the same time as the congressional elections. "The residents of Washington also elect a mayor and members of the city council, and together they determine the fate of an initiative to ban foie gras, a French delicacy made from the liver of ducks and geese, which has sparked controversy among restaurateurs and animal rights activists. The initiative put to the vote prohibits the forced feeding of birds to enlarge their livers, as well as the sale of products obtained in this way. If the residents of the capital support the proposal, the ban is expected to be introduced from July 1, 2027, and violators will face fines of $1 to $5,000."