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The Trump administration is suing the District of Columbia over its gun laws

The Trump administration is suing the local government of Washington, D.C., over its gun laws, alleging that restrictions on certain semiautomatic weapons run afoul of Second Amendment rights

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US attorney will no longer bring felony charges against people for carrying rifles or shotguns in DC

Federal prosecutors in the nation’s capital will no longer bring felony charges against people for possessing rifles or shotguns in the District of Columbia

The Independent UK

DC's homeless pack up as sweeps are expected. What we know about Trump's plan to clear encampments

Some of the District of Columbia’s homeless residents are packing their belongings before an expected sweep to clear out remaining encampments around the nation’s capital

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Congress holds sway in DC justice system that Trump maligns - Roll Call

Analysts say they see “a weird degree” of federal involvement in the day-to-day criminal justice apparatus of the District of Columbia.

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Trump takes over MPD, claiming crime in District of Columbia is ‘out of control’ - Roll Call

President Trump said he would take over Washington, D.C.’s police force and deploy National Guard troops to fight crime and car thefts.

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Trump endorses Senate-passed DC budget fix - Roll Call

President Donald Trump is backing the funding fix needed to allow the District of Columbia's government to avoid $1.1 billion in budget cuts.

Roll Call

Lauren Boebert's Tease to Rename 'District of Columbia' to 'District of America' Stuns Users: 'Does She Think DC is Named After Colombia?'

Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO) left many users scratching their heads after suggesting a possible renaming of Washington, DC, to the "District of America."

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Senate unanimously approves fix to prevent $1B cuts for District of Columbia, sending bill to House

The Senate has swiftly approved legislation that would allow the District of Columbia to keep its budget intact

The Independent UK

DOGE being at the IRS could delay your tax refund, Democrat senator says

Gavin Kliger, 25, reportedly visited the tax-collection agency’s District of Columbia offices to examine its systems

The Independent UK

District Of Columbia Sues Federal Government Over Anacostia Pollution

The District of Columbia sues federal government over pollution in Anacostia River, citing toxic waste dumping and environmental harm. Legal action highlig...

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DC sues federal government over pollution in Anacostia River

The District of Columbia is suing the federal government over pollution in the Anacostia River, hoping it will lead to a cleanup of the urban waterway

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Interior secretary manages vast lands that all Americans share − and can sway the balance between conservation and development

The Department of the Interior was created in 1849 as the United States was rapidly expanding and acquiring territory. It became known as “the department of everything else” for its enormous portfolio of missions, which ranged from western expansion to oversight of the District of Columbia jail.

The Conversation

Can Washington handle two weeks of high-security pomp along with a heavy burst of snow?

For the first time, the District of Columbia is hosting three so-called National Special Security Events in a two-week span: Monday’s congressional certification of President-elect Donald Trump’s electoral win, this week’s state funeral for former President Jimmy Carter and then Trump’s inauguration on Jan. 20

The Independent UK

Does Your State Have a Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit?

Over two dozen states, plus the District of Columbia offer tax credits or deductions for working families.

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DC Mayor corrects misinformation over RFK Stadium land after celebrating start of arena renovations

District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser took a break from celebrating the start of an $800 million arena renovation project to correct misinformation circulating on social media about another major Washington sports project that is suddenly in jeopardy

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District Of Columbia Sues Amazon Over Delivery Service Discrimination

District of Columbia sues Amazon for halting fast delivery to Black neighborhoods without notice, citing safety concerns. Legal battle ongoing.

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District Of Columbia Sues Amazon Over Delivery Service Discrimination

District of Columbia sues Amazon for halting fast delivery to Black neighborhoods without notice, alleging discriminatory impact.

The Independent UK

DC lawsuit says Amazon secretly stopped fast deliveries to 2 predominantly Black zip codes

The District of Columbia is alleging in a lawsuit that Amazon secretly stopped providing its fastest delivery service to residents who live in two predominantly Black neighborhoods in the city

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Divided D.C. Circuit Panel Refuses to Enjoin D.C. Magazine Cap

The judges divide over whether a challenge to a law limiting the number of bullets in a magazine is likely to succeed. Is next stop the Supreme Court?

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Marriott hit with major penalty to settle security breach claims

Marriott International will have to pay a $52 million penalty to 49 states and the District of Columbia for multiple breaches.

The Independent UK

TikTok sued by multiple states for allegedly causing harm to children’s mental health

More than a dozen states have filed lawsuits against TikTok, alleging the app is harming youth mental health by designing its platform to be addictive to kids

Reason

Judge Preliminarily Blocks Missouri AG's Enforcement of AG's Investigative Demand Against Media Matters

An excerpt from Media Matters for America v. Bailey, decided Friday by Judge Amit Mehta (D.D.C.); read the full opinion for more: On November 16, 2023, Plaintiff Media Matters for America, Inc., a District of Columbia-based media company, published an article authored by Plaintiff Eric Hananoki reporting that advertisements for…

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Amazon Antitrust Lawsuit Revived By D.C. Appeals Court

District of Columbia's antitrust lawsuit against Amazon revived by appeals court over alleged anticompetitive practices.

The Guardian - US

Hunter Biden law licence suspended after conviction in gun case

District of Columbia court hints at further repercussions, including possibility of being permanently disbarred

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PHOTOS: Best images from Thunder’s 136-128 win over Wizards

The best photos from the Thunder's 136-128 win over the Wizards.

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