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We interviewed Virginia governor-elect in our October edition. Check it out below ⬇️
Abigail Spanberger and the Virginia Governor Race: Can “Boring” Politics Win?
In an era of bombast and spectacle, Virginia’s Democratic nominee for governor doesn’t go viral, doesn’t do stunts, and promises competence instead of chaos. So far, it’s working for her.
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November 5, 2025 at 1:11 AM
We interviewed Virginia governor-elect in our October edition. Check it out below ⬇️
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Goodbye, East Wing—plans change, apparently. Here's today's roundup.
Most Federal Workers Will Miss Friday’s Paycheck; Asked About East Wing Demolition, White House Says, “Plans Changed”; and Arlington Is About to Do the Most Arlington Thing Ever - Washingtonian
Good morning. Sunny, gusty, and cooler today, with a high around 62. Clear overnight, with a low near 41. Our November issue is on stands now. Take a peek at what's inside. You can find me on Bluesky,...
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October 23, 2025 at 11:34 AM
Goodbye, East Wing—plans change, apparently. Here's today's roundup.
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Breaking: President Trump is dining at Joe's Seafood next to the White House. It’s the first DC restaurant Trump has visited over his two terms as president, other than the now-closed steakhouse in his former Pennsylvania Avenue hotel.
Donald Trump Dines at Joe’s Seafood Next to the White House - Washingtonian
Armed with Secret Service, President Donald Trump headed one block from the White House to Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak, and Stone Crab to prove how safe DC is following his federal law enforcement take...
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September 9, 2025 at 11:44 PM
Breaking: President Trump is dining at Joe's Seafood next to the White House. It’s the first DC restaurant Trump has visited over his two terms as president, other than the now-closed steakhouse in his former Pennsylvania Avenue hotel.
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Donald Trump said at a Monday morning press conference that he is federalizing the DC’s police department and sending 800 National Guard troops to the city.
Trump Will Federalize DC Police and Deploy the National Guard - Washingtonian
The President is declaring a “public safety emergency” in DC.
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August 11, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Donald Trump said at a Monday morning press conference that he is federalizing the DC’s police department and sending 800 National Guard troops to the city.
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The Office of the DC Attorney General sent an email to area hospitals on Thursday afternoon warning them to prepare for an influx of involuntary hospitalizations as the White House ordered an increase of law enforcement in Washington, DC.
DC’s Attorney General Warns of Increased Involuntary Hospitalizations as Trump Increases Pressure on DC - Washingtonian
An email from the AG's office Thursday said that local law enforcement might target homeless encampments.
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August 11, 2025 at 4:56 PM
The Office of the DC Attorney General sent an email to area hospitals on Thursday afternoon warning them to prepare for an influx of involuntary hospitalizations as the White House ordered an increase of law enforcement in Washington, DC.
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People’s Book in Takoma Park, Maryland, says it has donated more than $7,000 from sales of US Senator Dave McCormick’s book Who Believed in You to the nonprofit CASA, which advocates for immigrants.
Maryland Bookstore Donates Proceeds From GOP Senator’s Book Sales to Immigrant Charity - Washingtonian
People's Book says it encourages Dave McCormick to "buy additional books from us so we can give more of his massive piles of wealth to other worthy causes."
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August 1, 2025 at 1:25 PM
People’s Book in Takoma Park, Maryland, says it has donated more than $7,000 from sales of US Senator Dave McCormick’s book Who Believed in You to the nonprofit CASA, which advocates for immigrants.
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DC’s tipped wage will not be phased out by 2027 as scheduled. Instead, the DC Council voted 7 to 5 today to partially repeal Initiative 82.
DC Council Votes to Slow Down and Cap Tipped Minimum Wage Increases
"No one is happy 100% here."
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July 29, 2025 at 12:08 AM
DC’s tipped wage will not be phased out by 2027 as scheduled. Instead, the DC Council voted 7 to 5 today to partially repeal Initiative 82.
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In an #exclusive interview, DNC Chair Ken Martin talks about efforts to stop Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill— and why the Medicaid cuts are so personal to him.
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For DNC Chair Ken Martin, the Big Beautiful Bill Is Personal - Washingtonian
Martin grew up on Medicaid. He told us about the toll of proposed Republican cuts.
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June 28, 2025 at 4:00 PM
In an #exclusive interview, DNC Chair Ken Martin talks about efforts to stop Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill— and why the Medicaid cuts are so personal to him.
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Hours before the first tanks started rolling in the America 250 military parade, thousands of people took to the streets throughout the Washington, DC, region to protest Donald Trump and his administration. Check out the scenes here.
PHOTOS: “No Kings” Protests Draw Thousands in DC Area - Washingtonian
From Silver Spring to Falls Church, people carried impassioned signs and drivers honked and honked.
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June 15, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Hours before the first tanks started rolling in the America 250 military parade, thousands of people took to the streets throughout the Washington, DC, region to protest Donald Trump and his administration. Check out the scenes here.
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Thousands of parade-watchers and participants took to the streets of Washington, DC, yesterday in celebration of both the 50th anniversary of Capital Pride and WorldPride.
PHOTOS: Scenes From WorldPride 2025 in DC - Washingtonian
Thousands gathered for the parade to commemorate the 50th anniversary of DC’s Pride celebrations.
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June 8, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Thousands of parade-watchers and participants took to the streets of Washington, DC, yesterday in celebration of both the 50th anniversary of Capital Pride and WorldPride.
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Hello, here is today’s roundup. You can get it as an email newsletter, too: www.washingtonian.com/newsletters/
Kristi Noem Wants a New Plane and a Reality Show, Kennedy Center Staff Plans to Unionize, and Trump’s Birthday Parade Could Cost $45 Million - Washingtonian
Good morning. Showers likely, with a high around 90 today. More rain possible overnight, with a low around 69. Sports this weekend: The Capitals' playoff dreams ended last night with a tough 3-1 loss ...
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May 16, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Hello, here is today’s roundup. You can get it as an email newsletter, too: www.washingtonian.com/newsletters/
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It’s not safe to swim in DC’s Rock Creek, but that didn’t stop Health Secretary RFK Jr. who went for a dip in the bacterial waters over the weekend.
Rock Creek Isn’t Safe to Swim In. RFK Jr. Did It Anyway. - Washingtonian
The Health Secretary posted photos of himself swimming in the bacterial waters on Mother's Day.
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May 12, 2025 at 1:56 PM
It’s not safe to swim in DC’s Rock Creek, but that didn’t stop Health Secretary RFK Jr. who went for a dip in the bacterial waters over the weekend.
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Rooftop gardens, office buildings, and backyards in DC are attracting nesting water fowl, and City Wildlife’s April Linton is on the case.
Meet the Duck Whisperer of DC - Washingtonian
Rooftop gardens, office buildings, and backyards are attracting nesting water fowl, and April Linton is on the case.
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May 12, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Rooftop gardens, office buildings, and backyards in DC are attracting nesting water fowl, and City Wildlife’s April Linton is on the case.
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Adams Morgan PorchFest takes place today from 2 PM to 6 PM. 🎤🎶
The festival features more than 100 different acts, including an entire stage dedicated to student bands from School of Rock Silver Spring. Bluegrass group Gangstagrass is headlining.
The festival features more than 100 different acts, including an entire stage dedicated to student bands from School of Rock Silver Spring. Bluegrass group Gangstagrass is headlining.
Jam Out at Spring PorchFests Around the DC Area - Washingtonian
Bands are performing on porches in Adams Morgan, Petworth, and Takoma Park.
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May 3, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Adams Morgan PorchFest takes place today from 2 PM to 6 PM. 🎤🎶
The festival features more than 100 different acts, including an entire stage dedicated to student bands from School of Rock Silver Spring. Bluegrass group Gangstagrass is headlining.
The festival features more than 100 different acts, including an entire stage dedicated to student bands from School of Rock Silver Spring. Bluegrass group Gangstagrass is headlining.
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BREAKING: National Gallery's Jazz in the Garden announces its summer 2025 DC return. 🎶
Jazz in the Garden Returns With Seven Concerts This Summer
The popular concert series starts May 23. Yes, there will be sangria.
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April 15, 2025 at 4:24 PM
BREAKING: National Gallery's Jazz in the Garden announces its summer 2025 DC return. 🎶
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Big day in the Washingtonian Today universe: We launched my roundup as an email newsletter. If you subscribe to any Washingtonian newsletters, you should have received it. If not, you can sign up here: www.washingtonian.com/newsletters/
Trump Ponders Third Term, Police Confiscated a Kite Near the Airport, and We Found a Sandwich That Contains an Entire Pupusa - Washingtonian
Good morning. Warm with showers possible, then thunderstorms around 5 PM, with a high of 82. The storms could bring heavy rain overnight, with a low of 44. The Nationals are at Toronto, and the Wizard...
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March 31, 2025 at 11:48 AM
Big day in the Washingtonian Today universe: We launched my roundup as an email newsletter. If you subscribe to any Washingtonian newsletters, you should have received it. If not, you can sign up here: www.washingtonian.com/newsletters/
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RFK Jr.’s confirmation hearing was as wacky as you think. These are the 6 key moments from Wednesday's Senate hearing.
RFK Jr.’s Confirmation Hearing Was as Wacky as You Think - Washingtonian
Six key moments from Wednesday's Senate hearing.
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January 29, 2025 at 8:32 PM
RFK Jr.’s confirmation hearing was as wacky as you think. These are the 6 key moments from Wednesday's Senate hearing.
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To the billionaires descending on the District in the wake of Trump’s election, we can add another presumptive name to the list—Mark Zuckerberg, founder of Meta, is reportedly eyeing a DC-area property.
Will Mark Zuckerberg be the Next Billionaire to Buy a House in DC? - Washingtonian
The Meta founder is reportedly eyeing an area property as the surge in luxury real estate continues.
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January 29, 2025 at 5:40 PM
To the billionaires descending on the District in the wake of Trump’s election, we can add another presumptive name to the list—Mark Zuckerberg, founder of Meta, is reportedly eyeing a DC-area property.
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Good Morning! We’ve got your brief news update on what’s going on with the funding freeze, the chaotic buyout offer, & the Trayon White hearing.
This is Wednesday’s Washingtonian Today.
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This is Wednesday’s Washingtonian Today.
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Buyout Chaos, Trayon White Hearing, Funding Freeze Frozen, Smithsonian Closes Diversity Office - Washingtonian
Sorry, we checked and it's only Wednesday. This is Washingtonian Today.
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January 29, 2025 at 12:26 PM
Good Morning! We’ve got your brief news update on what’s going on with the funding freeze, the chaotic buyout offer, & the Trayon White hearing.
This is Wednesday’s Washingtonian Today.
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This is Wednesday’s Washingtonian Today.
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Breaking: As the Trumps initiate talks to bring back their DC hotel, José Andrés's Restaurant plans to remain in the Old Post Office no matter who operates it. More here ⤵️
José Andrés's Restaurant Plans to Remain in Old Post Office No Matter Who Operates Hotel
The Trumps are in talks to bring back their DC hotel, where Andrés once backed out of a restaurant deal.
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January 15, 2025 at 12:43 AM
Breaking: As the Trumps initiate talks to bring back their DC hotel, José Andrés's Restaurant plans to remain in the Old Post Office no matter who operates it. More here ⤵️
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We're starting a new morning post about life in Washington during the second Trump administration. News you may have blocked out, local links, event picks, and a rotating daily spotlight by one of my colleagues. First edition here:
Jack Smith Report, Pete Hegseth Hearing, Snoop Dogg’s Inauguration Plans - Washingtonian
Also, it's rather cold. This is Washingtonian Today for Tuesday, January 14, 2025.
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January 14, 2025 at 12:19 PM
We're starting a new morning post about life in Washington during the second Trump administration. News you may have blocked out, local links, event picks, and a rotating daily spotlight by one of my colleagues. First edition here:
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One of our favorite things about a DC snow day is obviously the city's pandas playing in the snow. 🥰🐼
Take a closer look here:
Take a closer look here:
VIDEO: Watch the National Zoo’s New Pandas Play in the Snow - Washingtonian
Bao Li and Qing Bao celebrated their first snow day in DC.
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January 6, 2025 at 8:37 PM
One of our favorite things about a DC snow day is obviously the city's pandas playing in the snow. 🥰🐼
Take a closer look here:
Take a closer look here:
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Scoop: Bret Baier’s DC house sells for a record-breaking $25 million—all in cash.
Howard Lutnick, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for commerce secretary, has purchased the mansion formerly owned by the Fox News anchor.
Howard Lutnick, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for commerce secretary, has purchased the mansion formerly owned by the Fox News anchor.
Bret Baier’s DC House Sells for Record $25 Million—in Cash - Washingtonian
Howard Lutnick, the commerce secretary pick, buys the Foxhall estate as team Trump rolls into town.
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December 20, 2024 at 10:54 PM
Scoop: Bret Baier’s DC house sells for a record-breaking $25 million—all in cash.
Howard Lutnick, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for commerce secretary, has purchased the mansion formerly owned by the Fox News anchor.
Howard Lutnick, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for commerce secretary, has purchased the mansion formerly owned by the Fox News anchor.
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This past month, the Western world has been deluged with lookalike contests. As our totemic celebrity, we’ve claimed Jack Schlossberg, the 31-year-old grandson of John F. Kennedy.
The Scene at DC’s Jack Schlossberg Lookalike Contest - Washingtonian
The youths—male and female—were desperate to snag a knockoff Kennedy.
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November 25, 2024 at 1:05 AM
This past month, the Western world has been deluged with lookalike contests. As our totemic celebrity, we’ve claimed Jack Schlossberg, the 31-year-old grandson of John F. Kennedy.