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Apr 19, 2023

U.S. House Votes To Overturn D.C. Police Reforms

The future of the House’s disapproval resolution is uncertain, as President Biden has vowed to veto the measure.

Jan 10, 2023

Eleanor Holmes Norton Asks National Zoo To ‘Re-Evaluate’ Timed-Entry Requirement

Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton says she’s concerned the online pass requirement may be “limiting access or deterring visits to the National Zoo.”

Jan 04, 2023

Eleanor Holmes Norton Reintroducing D.C. Statehood Bill To Congress

Republicans, who are taking over the House, have been opposed to the measure.

Jun 09, 2022

Majority Of D.C. Council Says They Do Not Support Building A New Stadium At RFK Site

Seven of the 13 members on the D.C. Council signed a letter insisting the dilapidated 190-acre site be redeveloped for more housing, public green spaces and new retail. 

Feb 16, 2022

Norton Decries ‘Shocking’ Threat From Republicans To Repeal D.C. Home Rule

“I have not seen a threat like this since I became a member of Congress,” says D.C. Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton.

Feb 07, 2022

D.C.’s Second Statue At The U.S. Capitol Will Be Unveiled This Month

The statue of Pierre L’Enfant will be unveiled at the Capitol on Feb. 28.

Jan 18, 2022

U.S. Senators Seek To Remove Segregationist’s Name From Chevy Chase Circle

Residents have sought for years to remove the name of Francis G. Newlands from the Chevy Chase park.

Dec 08, 2021

Congress Nixes Provision Giving D.C. Mayor Control Over National Guard

Despite passing the House, the provision that would give D.C.’s mayor control over the National Guard didn’t make it into the final version of Congress’ defense bill.

Jun 17, 2021

Eleanor Holmes Norton Wants To Establish A Memorial For Enslaved Individuals Who May Have Arrived At Georgetown’s Waterfront

Just before the Juneteenth holiday, D.C. Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton introduced the bill to commemorate them.

Apr 20, 2021

White House Says D.C. Statehood Would Make U.S. ‘Stronger And More Just,’ Expresses Support For Bill

Democrats have coalesced around the idea of making D.C. the 51st state, and they recently picked up a high-profile supporter: President Joe Biden.

 
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