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What's the right balance between federal authority and local self-governance when it comes to public safety in DC—and does this move strike that balance?
— Marcus Bell
Marcus Bell · Aug 22, 2026
in District of Columbia
Given DC's 12-day murder-free stretch amid the crackdown, but polling showing residents feel "unsafe," what do you think is actually driving public perception here—crime data or politics?
— Marcus Bell
Marcus Bell · Aug 20, 2026
Trump’s Proposed DC Golf Course Could Cost $49 Million
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NPS documents put Trump’s East Potomac championship golf course plan at $20M–$49M. Interior awarded nearly $400K for e-design and calls cost speculation premature.
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The 400k design award shows they are moving forward but the full cost range still needs real justification.
Singapore man pleads guilty to $240 million bitcoin theft from DC resident
Business
— Sep 8, 2026
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LHN Energy to bundle solar power with EV charging for Singapore fleets
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LHN Energy, a Singapore-based solar company, plans to roll out an integrated Solar PPA and DC fast-charging solution for electric heavy vehicles in early September 2026, combining solar generation, charging, and project delivery under a single framework with potential zero upfront costs. The program is supported by Singapore’s Electric Heavy Vehicle Charger Grant, which co-funds up to 50% of eligible charger installation costs (capped at S$30,000 for the first 500 chargers) for qualifying projects at depots, warehouses, and industrial sites.
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Deployed D.C. Guardsman Charged After Allegedly Pointing Gun
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— Sep 9, 2026
Georgia National Guard Specialist Zion Mitchell, 21, was arrested in Washington, D.C., on two felonies after allegedly drawing a loaded pistol and pointing it at a fellow Guardswoman during an Aug. 25 dispute over Army hairstyle regulations in a van outside a Popeyes. The incident occurred amid a broader DC crime-suppression deployment tied to President Donald Trump’s mission to crack down on crime in the capital.
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Senators Not Keen On Banning AI From Surpassing Humans Despite Alarm Bells
Nicole Silverio · 5 min · 2h
Falkirk sign DC United forward Murrell
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— Aug 21, 2026
Jacob Murrell, a 22-year-old American forward and 2024 MLS SuperDraft No. 7 pick, has transferred from DC United to Falkirk FC in the Scottish Premiership on a multi-year deal, bringing a profile described as “something different” for the Bairns. He previously logged 65 appearances with DC United, recording 4 goals and 4 assists, and earned attention for standout moments before moving to Falkirk.
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Most Influential Women in World History
From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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D.C. United, Los Angeles FC clash in non-conference action
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— Aug 28, 2026
DC United host LAFC in a non-conference MLS clash as DC seek to end a winless run and LAFC aim to rebound after a mixed August, with the match streamed on Apple TV. The slate also features San Diego FC at LA Galaxy, with AP’s coverage highlighting recent form and key scorers, produced with Data Skrive analytics.
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Soros-Linked Activists Train DC Jurors To Protect ‘Marginalized’ Defendants
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— Dec 31, 2025
The leftist group “Free DC” teaches Washingtonians how they can use jury duty to defend the “marginalized” from “systemic biases” in criminal cases, its website shows. Free DC will host an in-person event Jan. 12, in…
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Court Rejects Trump Coal Plant Order
Politics
— Sep 8, 2026
The DC Circuit ruled that the Energy Department overstepped its emergency powers to keep coal plants like J.H. Campbell running, signaling that federal actions cannot override long-term planning for market-driven retirements. In parallel, the administration faces a Supreme Court appeal over the SAVE citizenship verification database, and regulators urge the appeals court to pause a lower court ruling on coal mining oversight, as courts scrutinize federal actions affecting energy, elections integrity, and environmental protections.
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Trump Reversed Decision to Cancel 250 Celebration in DC
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— Jul 6, 2026
President Donald Trump did not let severe weather dampen the 250th birthday celebration in Washington, DC. He officials wanted to cancel, Trump said the show must go on.
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Crypto Market Cap Jumps $135B After SEC/CFTC Moves and Short Liquidations
The post highlights a $135B crypto market cap increase and $400M in short liquidations tied to limited SEC approval for tokenized stocks, new CFTC rules, and a projected Fed rate hike. Reactions within crypto circles are predominantly bullish and celebratory, with limited skepticism about sustainability.
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Guardsman Charged After Pointing Pistol at Colleague Over Hairstyle Rules
Politics
— Sep 8, 2026
Zion Mitchell, a 21-year-old Georgia National Guard member deployed to Washington, D.C., faces felony charges of assault with a dangerous weapon and possession of a firearm during a crime of violence after allegedly drawing and pointing a loaded pistol at a fellow guardswoman during an Aug. 25 dispute over Army grooming/hair regulations outside a Popeyes on H Street NE. He is being held in DC Jail as the case moves toward a Sept. 15 court appearance amid the ongoing National Guard presence in the capital.
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Protest Takes Place In DC Following Trump’s Statement On DC Crime
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— Aug 12, 2025
The meltdown was instant. The moment President Donald Trump announced he was federalizing the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department, you could practically hear the champagne flutes shattering in every overpriced condo in…
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Quentin Tarantino vs Martin Scorsese
The video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.
Quentin Tarantino vs Martin Scorsese · 157 votes — pick a side
DC Police Chief and Mayor Answer Questions On Trump’s Federalization In DC
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— Aug 13, 2025
Oh, so now we care about law and order? After years of watching Washington, D.C. , spiral into a playground for petty theft, violent crime, and open-air lawlessness, suddenly there are boots on the ground and cameras…
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DC Mayor to Remove Black Lives Matter Mural in DC
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— Mar 6, 2025
Black Lives Matter Plaza in Washington, D.C., will be getting removed and its ground mural is set to be painted over, according to a spokesperson for D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser. According to NBC News , the removal process…
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Yusuf Hat Trick Propels Revolution to 3-0 Win Over DC United
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— Aug 20, 2026
Alhassan Yusuf notched a hat trick for New England, his first MLS multi-goal game, as the Revolution beat D.C. United 3-0, with Jack Harrison delivering three assists and Matt Turner recording the clean sheet. The win snaps a skid and keeps NE undefeated in four meetings with DC this season.
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Trump Allowing Hunting, Fishing on Public Lands
Public lands should be available to the public. That’s the sentiment of President Donald Trump who announced executive orders to make these lands more available for hunting and fishing. “We believe that public lands belong to the American people and to the public, and hunters, fishers, and outdoorsmen should be able to access them,” Trump told more than 100 hunters, anglers and outdoor industry of
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Trump Admin Gives DC Health Bureaucrats A Choice: Move To Alaska Or Resign
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— Apr 1, 2025
Some leaders of the many sprawling agencies and centers that make up the Department of Health and Human Services have been given a choice: Move out of DC or resign. HHS began executing 10,000 layoffs as part of a…
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Introvert, extrovert, or secret third thing?
The internet's favorite binary is a lie. Twelve questions and the AI names your actual social battery type.
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The Joker Is Pregnant? DC Comics Goes Woke in Latest Release Centered Around Infamous Villain
Opinion
— Jan 6, 2023
It is ceaselessly amazing the lengths major corporations will go to, so they can appease the furthest fringes of the woke mob. Case in point, DC Comics, which is owned by media powerhouse Warner Bros. Discovery, just…
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DC Mayor Orders Altered US Flags Flown on Patriotic Holiday
Reporting
— Jun 14, 2022
Ahead of today’s observance of Flag Day, Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser ordered flags with 51 stars to be raised in the district because “DC’s disenfranchisement is a stain on American democracy – a 220-year-old…
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DC Police Officer Says Some Protesters at US Capitol Riot Shouted ‘Kill Him With His Own Gun’
Reporting
— Jan 15, 2021
DC Metropolitan Police Officer Michael Fanone is speaking out about the U.S. Capitol riot that occurred last week where Trump supporters stormed the building. Speaking with CNN, Fanone talked about the moment he lay on…
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Leaders Of Activist Group Opposing Trump’s DC Crime Crackdown Have Criminal Records
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— Aug 14, 2025
Three leaders of an anti-police group protesting President Donald Trump’s crackdown on violent crime in Washington, D.C., have criminal records in the district. Free DC advisory council member Darrell Gaston served…
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Gas Industry Says Heating Costs Will Fall 14% This Winter As Another Forecast Warns Of An Increase
Simon August · 6 min · 20h
Trump to Attend IndyCar Freedom 250 in DC
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— Aug 16, 2026
Downtown DC will host the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, a multimillion-dollar IndyCar race encircling the National Mall as part of Trump-backed celebrations of America’s 250th birthday, featuring a 1.7-mile track and 147 laps. The event will trigger extensive road closures, traffic restrictions, and museum access limits over the weekend, with ticket options ranging from free general admission to high-end premium packages.
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Eala, Williams train ahead of Mubadala DC Open
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— Jul 24, 2026
Alex Eala and Venus Williams are ramping up for the Mubadala DC Open in Washington as a doubles reunion, building on their earlier Bad Homburg success and joining the North American hard-court swing with potential singles participation. The pairing has generated excitement as they prepare for a field that includes top doubles competitors and a lead-up to the US Open.
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Danielle Spencer Publishes MISEDUCATION Inside DC Education Plantation
Politics
— Jul 21, 2026
Author and whistleblower Danielle Spencer announces a new fiction novel, MISEDUCATION: Inside DC’s Education Plantation, which uses fictionalized accounts to explore leadership, workplace culture, accountability, and educational equity in Washington, D.C.’s public schools. The book is intended to spark discussion about education reform and systemic challenges within the public education system.
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DC appeals court upholds Navarro contempt conviction
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— Jul 21, 2026
Courts across DC circuits unanimously upheld Peter Navarro's two-contempt convictions for defying the Jan. 6 committee, rejecting his claim that Trump’s supposed executive privilege shielded him and finding no evidence that privilege was ever properly invoked. Navarro has already served a four-month prison term and continues pursuing appeals to overturn the conviction.
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NSO to Play Six DC Venues
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— Aug 18, 2026
The National Symphony Orchestra announced its 2026-27 season will be performed across six DC-area venues as the Kennedy Center undergoes a two-year renovation after a board aligned with Trump took over and briefly added his name to the complex, a move later ordered to be reversed by a federal judge. Despite significant ticket-sales declines, NSO officials say the repertoire remains unchanged and aim to rebuild audiences, with tickets going on sale Aug. 28 in a season featuring roughly the same number of concerts as the prior year.
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World War Z Sequel Officially Moving Forward with Brad Pitt and Director Edward Berger
The @DiscussingFilm post reports (citing Deadline) that a sequel to the 2013 zombie blockbuster is happening, with Brad Pitt returning as Gerry Lane and Edward Berger (*Conclave*, *All Quiet on the Western Front*) attached to direct. It is trending because the project has been in development hell for years (including a prior David Fincher version that was shelved), the original film retains a sizable fanbase for its action set-pieces, and the pairing of a major star with a prestige director has generated immediate buzz across film accounts.
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