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Explore Washington D.C.: a guide to its politics, rich history, and vibrant culture.

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The White House is partially visible behind a frame of green trees against a clear blue sky

The White House is partially visible behind a frame of green trees against a clear blue sky

Politics

Blair’s Gaza Gambit: Can Trump and the Former PM Forge a New Middle East Plan?

August 29, 2025, 10:06 AM

The U.S. Capitol building stands behind a street with traffic lights and bare trees

The U.S. Capitol building stands behind a street with traffic lights and bare trees

Politics

Bowser: How Trump’s Federal Surge Reduced Crime, Eroded Trust in D.C.

August 29, 2025, 9:56 AM

The United States Capitol building stands at the end of a busy street lined with trees and cars

The United States Capitol building stands at the end of a busy street lined with trees and cars

Politics

Trump’s Union Station Takeover: How the DOT Plans to Make DC “Safe and Beautiful”

August 28, 2025, 4:35 PM

A photograph of the Supreme Court of the United States building, a white neoclassical structure with a grand staircase and columns, with an American flag flying in front of it.

A photograph of the Supreme Court of the United States building, a white neoclassical structure with a grand staircase and columns, with an American flag flying in front of it.

Politics

Supreme Court Justices Rebuke Lower Courts, Echoing Trump’s Frustrations: What This Means for Future Cases

August 25, 2025, 11:26 AM

A close-up, high-angle view of an armed National Guard soldier in a camouflage uniform, with a handgun holstered on their right hip.

A close-up, high-angle view of an armed National Guard soldier in a camouflage uniform, with a handgun holstered on their right hip.

Politics

Trump’s DC Crime Crackdown: How Armed National Guard Troops Are Shifting the Capital’s Security Landscape

August 25, 2025, 10:20 AM

The US Capitol Building with its dome is visible in the background, with a large green lawn in the foreground where people are playing and walking.

The US Capitol Building with its dome is visible in the background, with a large green lawn in the foreground where people are playing and walking.

Politics

D.C. Residents Reject Trump’s Police Takeover: New Poll Reveals Deep Opposition

August 21, 2025, 12:12 PM

A line of police SUVs with flashing lights are parked on a street in Washington, D.C., with a historic building in the background.

A line of police SUVs with flashing lights are parked on a street in Washington, D.C., with a historic building in the background.

Politics

Trump’s DC Deployment: Why Officials Dispute the “Lawlessness” Claim & Challenge Presidential Authority

August 18, 2025, 10:26 AM

The Washington Monument is perfectly reflected in the Reflecting Pool, with a row of trees on each side under a clear blue sky.

The Washington Monument is perfectly reflected in the Reflecting Pool, with a row of trees on each side under a clear blue sky.

Politics

Trump’s D.C. Power Play: How National Guard Deployment Intensifies Federal Control, Sparks Legal Battles

August 16, 2025, 8:51 PM

Two Metropolitan Police officers on a motorcycle are positioned on Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C., with the U.S. Capitol Building in the distance.

Two Metropolitan Police officers on a motorcycle are positioned on Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C., with the U.S. Capitol Building in the distance.

Politics

DC Fights Trump’s Police Takeover: How a Judge’s Order Shifts Power Dynamics

August 15, 2025, 6:57 PM

Politics

Federal Power Grab: How the DEA Chief’s Appointment Overturns D.C. Police Authority

August 15, 2025, 12:39 PM

A Secret Service agent in a suit and sunglasses walks in Washington, D.C., with a police officer in the blurred background.

A Secret Service agent in a suit and sunglasses walks in Washington, D.C., with a police officer in the blurred background.

Politics

FBI Agents Shift: How President Trump’s Directive to Patrol DC Streets Is Reshaping the Bureau

August 14, 2025, 10:24 AM

The National Mall in Washington, D.C., with the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, and U.S. Capitol Building under a clear blue sky.

The National Mall in Washington, D.C., with the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, and U.S. Capitol Building under a clear blue sky.

Politics

Bowser’s Balancing Act: How the Washington D.C. Mayor Navigates President Trump’s Crackdown

August 13, 2025, 8:50 AM

A close-up portrait of Donald Trump speaking at a podium, wearing a dark suit and red tie, with a blurred blue backdrop featuring a stylized White House building.

A close-up portrait of Donald Trump speaking at a podium, wearing a dark suit and red tie, with a blurred blue backdrop featuring a stylized White House building.

Politics

Trump Declares D.C. ‘Lawlessness’ Emergency, Deploys National Guard, and Takes Federal Control of Police Force in Unprecedented Constitutional Clash

August 11, 2025, 7:22 PM

A police car parked in front of the U.S. Capitol building, with a cherry blossom tree in full bloom and a traffic light in the foreground.

A police car parked in front of the U.S. Capitol building, with a cherry blossom tree in full bloom and a traffic light in the foreground.

Politics

President Trump’s Power Play: How Federalizing D.C. Police Ignites a Constitutional Crisis

August 11, 2025, 7:12 PM

A close-up portrait of President Donald Trump speaking at a White House press briefing.

A close-up portrait of President Donald Trump speaking at a White House press briefing.

U.S. News

Trump’s “Law and Order” Crackdown: President Deploys National Guard to Washington D.C., Federalizes Local Police, and Vows to ‘Take Our Capital Back’ Amid Fierce Opposition

August 11, 2025, 4:02 PM

The U.S. Capitol building, with its grand dome and columns, stands majestically behind a reflecting pool and manicured lawn with trees and a statue, under a clear blue sky at sunset.

The U.S. Capitol building, with its grand dome and columns, stands majestically behind a reflecting pool and manicured lawn with trees and a statue, under a clear blue sky at sunset.

Politics

Congress Leaves for Summer Recess with Government Shutdown Clock Ticking

September 30, 2025, 7:56 AM

The U.S. Capitol Building in Washington, D.C., is seen at dusk, with its iconic dome and illuminated windows reflecting the fading light.

The U.S. Capitol Building in Washington, D.C., is seen at dusk, with its iconic dome and illuminated windows reflecting the fading light.

Politics

Debate Over Congressional Term Limits Intensifies Amid Strong Public Support and Political Challenges

June 20, 2025, 4:19 PM

The White House's iconic South Portico is seen on a sunny day, with its white neoclassical facade, central columns, and the U.S. flag flying above. A fountain sprays water on the green lawn in the foreground, bordered by red flowers.

The White House's iconic South Portico is seen on a sunny day, with its white neoclassical facade, central columns, and the U.S. flag flying above. A fountain sprays water on the green lawn in the foreground, bordered by red flowers.

U.S. News

Global South Faces Risks from Washington’s Tariff Threats

June 20, 2025, 10:32 AM

Politics

President Trump’s $45 Million Military Parade Sparks Debate Over Purpose and Impact

June 15, 2025, 9:54 AM

An American M109A7 Paladin self-propelled howitzer, flanked by two M1 Abrams tanks, drives down a street during a military parade as soldiers look out from the hatches and spectators watch from the sidewalk.

An American M109A7 Paladin self-propelled howitzer, flanked by two M1 Abrams tanks, drives down a street during a military parade as soldiers look out from the hatches and spectators watch from the sidewalk.

U.S. News

Assessing the Impact of President Trump’s Military Parade

June 15, 2025, 9:44 AM