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Capital One Arena to Become Voting Site in November Election

The Capital One Arena will serve as a polling station for early and day-of voting in the upcoming presidential election.

DC Police Union Sues District Over Elimination of Collective Bargaining Rights

The DC Police Union has sued the District government in response to the emergency police reforms introduced after the recent George Floyd protests.

Congresswoman Demands Answers From Secret Service on DC Protest Arrests

Congressman Eleanor Norton has sent a letter to the Secret Service about the detainments of two women by the federal law enforcement during recent protests.

Norton, Raskin Announce Bill to Remove Name of Segregationist From Chevy Chase Circle

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton and Congressman Jamie Raskin, announced a bill to remove the name of Francis G. Newlands from Chevy Chase Circle.

‘March on Washington’ to Feature Families of George Floyd, Other Victims

Family members of George Floyd whose death prompted nationwide racial justice protests are planning to take part in “March on Washington” on August 28.

National Guard Major Tells House Panel Excessive Force Was Used on Protesters Near White House

Adam DeMarco, a major in the DC National Guard, testified before a House Committee, criticizing the police's clearing of protesters in Lafayette Park.

Politicians Pay Tribute to John Lewis at Capitol Funeral

The body of Georgia Congressman John Lewis has been transported to the District for a funeral procession before he lies in state at the US Capitol.

DC Council Approves Budget With Massive Cut to Police

The DC Council unanimously passed the Fiscal Year 2021 budget, where millions of dollars were cut from the Metropolitan Police Department.