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D.C. Wants To Charge Robotaxis $6 Million. Unions Still Say No.

A proposed bill would legalize commercial autonomous vehicles in D.C. under one of the country’s most expensive regulatory frameworks, but unions still want the brakes applied.

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Robert White wins Democratic primary for DC delegate

Robert White is poised to become the District of Columbia’s next nonvoting delegate to Congress, replacing retiring Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton and bringing a fresh voice to the role for the first time in 36 years. A current at-large D.C. councilmember, White emerged as the victor in Tuesday’s Democratic primary…

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U.S. Congress to End Emergency Tax Bill Over $6,000 Senior Deduction and Tip, Overtime Tax Breaks in D.C.

Here's how taxpayers can amend their already-filed income tax returns amid a potentially looming legal battle on Capitol Hill.

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Senate votes to overturn DC tax decoupling, as locals push back

City officials questioned Republicans’ timing and warned the move could disrupt tax season and blow a hole in D.C.’s budget.

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House advances measure to block DC tax code decoupling

Local advocates warn of tax season chaos if Congress intervenes — not to mention a slippery slope for D.C.’s already limited autonomy.

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Republicans look to rebuke DC Council with swing at local tax code

“They are spending more time trying to overturn D.C. laws than they’re doing with a number of pressing issues,” one organizer said of Congress.

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Crowded race to succeed Norton includes two of her former staffers

Longtime House delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton has announced her retirement, kicking off a new era for D.C.

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Trump wants his name on the Washington Commanders’ planned $3.7 billion stadium, and he has 'plenty of cards to play,' report says

"He can make it very difficult, through government environmental approvals and other things, to make sure everyone who wants this stadium to be built will join to put his name on it."

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House passes bill that would allow more DC car chases - Roll Call

For the second day in a row, the House passed legislation that would counteract local D.C. crime and policing laws, angering local advocates.

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‘Liberation day’? House Oversight panel spars over DC’s future - Roll Call

Donald Trump’s 30-day police takeover may be over, but federal attempts to tighten control over Washington, D.C., are far from done.

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As Trump continues show of force, DC takes the fight to Congress - Roll Call

Local leaders push back as House Republicans tee up bills aimed at the District. But crafting a message won’t be easy.

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Despite scandal and a looming corruption trial, Trayon White wins vote to return to the DC Council

A former D

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D.C. Finally Moves To Implement Ranked Choice Voting After 3–1 Voter Approval

Voters overwhelmingly supported Initiative 83, but Democratic lawmakers have been hesitant to adopt it.

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DC mayor seeks business-friendly policies to spark growth amid loss of up to 40,000 federal jobs

With the nation’s capital facing a pair of overlapping budget crises, D

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Regulations Are Driving Up Ride-Sharing Prices in Washington, D.C.

City code protects incumbent transportation services by outlawing independent drivers.

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DC Councilman Accused Of Bribery Expected In Court

D.C. Councilman Trayon White Sr. faces bribery charges post re-election win. Legal proceedings and potential expulsion in progress.

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What Caused the D.C. Crime Wave?

Don't blame criminal justice reform or a lack of social spending for D.C.'s crime spike. Blame government mismanagement.

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Republicans on House panel tee off on crime in DC - Roll Call

Republicans on the House Administration Committee used a hearing Thursday to express deep concern about their safety in Washington.

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Watch your back as DC crime rises, Republicans tell Hill staffers

Crime in the District has once again become a focal point as Republicans in Congress make oversight of the liberal D.C. Council a priority.

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Trump's attack on 'filth and decay' in nation's capital just the latest in his personal feud with DC

Washington has never been a particularly friendly place for Donald Trump

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DC braces for 'robust oversight' after criminal code fiasco

President Joe Biden’s signature on a measure nullifying the recent overhaul of the District of Columbia criminal code marked the end of one bruising public fight between Congress and local lawmakers

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