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‘Celebrate Fourth of July at Home During Coronavirus Pandemic,’ Says DC Mayor

DC Mayor Muriel Bowser called on residents of the District and visitors to spend this Independence Day at home to avoid the risk of coronavirus exposure.

DC Councilmember Demands Cutting $15 Million From Proposed Police Budget

DC Councilmember Charles Allen called for reducing the proposed budget of the police department by $15 million following the “Defund the Police” campaign.

Protesters Try to Take Down Statue of Andrew Jackson Near White House

A group of protesters attempted to topple a statue of Andrew Jackson outside the White House on Monday night, according to DC police.

Mayor Bowser Lashes Back at Trump, Saying There is ‘A Lot of Empty Room’ in His Head

DC Mayor Muriel Bowser responded to President Donald Trump's criticism, saying she was “living in his head" and there was “a lot of empty room in there.”

White House Plans to Host Fourth of July Event Despite Pandemic

The White House is not planning to cancel the Fourth of July celebration this year amid the coronavirus pandemic, according to a statement.

71 Percent of DC Officers in Survey Consider Leaving Over Police Reform

In a poll conducted by the DC Police Union among its members, 71 percent stated that they are considering leaving the MPD over police reform.

Pastor Sues Mayor Bowser for ‘Black Lives Matter’ Street Mural

A DC-based pastor sued Mayor Muriel Bowser over her decision of having “Black Lives Matter” written on 16th Street in giant yellow letters.

District to Send Ballot to Every Voter for Upcoming Presidential Election

The DC Board of Elections (DCBOE) is preparing to mail ballots to every registered voter for November’s presidential election.