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DC Attorney General Leads Coalition for Fair Resentencing of Low-Level Drug Offenses

DC Attorney General Karl Racine leads a coalition working for certain low-level crack cocaine offenders to be able to seek resentencing.

Bill Introduced for Removal of Pike Statue in Honor of Black History Month

DC Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton reintroduced a bill to remove the statue of Confederate General Albert Pike from federal land.

Investigation of 35 Capitol Police Officers ‘Witch Hunt,’ Says Union

The US Capitol Police Union called the investigation of 35 officers in relation to the January 6 insurrection "a witch hunt" in a statement.

ACLU Sues DC Police Over Failure to Release Stop-and-Frisk Data

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has filed a lawsuit against DC police to enforce the release of stop-and-frisk data.

National Guard Troops Might Stay in District Until Fall 2021

Members of the National Guard might remain in the District of Columbia through the fall of 2021, according to a newly surfaced email.

Secret Service Arrests Two Armed People Near White House

Two people, who were carrying firearms, were arrested outside the White House after they said they wanted to meet with President Joe Biden.

New Bill Aims at Expanding Support for Crime Victims in District

DC Councilmember Charles Allen introduced a bill on Monday that would provide more comprehensive support to victims of crime in the District.

Delegate Norton Introduces Bill to Prevent Capitol’s Permanent Fencing

DC Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton has introduced legislation to stop fencing around the Capitol from becoming permanent.