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Statement on US Attorney General Action

Last night, US Attorney General Pam Bondi issued an order purporting to give the Drug Enforcement Administrator the powers and duties of the DC Chief of Police and suspending specific MPD General Orders. The Home Rule Act clearly vests local executive power in the mayor. Section 740 grants the president limited authority to direct the mayor to provide the services of MPD in special emergency circumstances. It does not give the president nor his administration the power to remove or replace the Chief of Police. Attorney General Bondi’s order is clear overreach and an attempt to subvert our local democratic government. Today, DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb filed suit challenging the federal government’s attempt to take over MPD. I fully support this action and stand with the mayor, DC Attorney General, and my fellow councilmembers to defend Home Rule and the rights of 700,000 District residents.

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Committee on Human Services FY 26 Budget Report and Recommendations

The committee has concluded its agency budget oversight hearings and its budget markups session.  A copy of the committee report and recommendations can be found below.

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In the Ward with Constituent Services July 9 in Cleveland Park

On Wednesday July 9, our office will hold its next In The Ward with Constituent Services event at the Cleveland Park Library, 3310 Connecticut Ave NW, from 4:00 to 7:00 pm. Residents are welcome to come by and meet the team during that time. If you need assistance with a DC government service, our problem-solvers will be available in-person and eager to provide help. The event will coincide with the Office of the Attorney General’s community forum, which will begin at 6:00 pm at the library, to update residents on their work, as well as to hear from residents about how the OAG’s office can best serve the community. For the OAG event, please register in advance at oag.dc.gov/forums if you plan to attend. If you have any questions or requests, email their Community Engagement team at OAGCommunity@dc.gov.

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In the Ward with Constituent Services at MPD 2D Station

Residents are invited to join our Constituent Services team on June 11, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, at the DC Metropolitan Police Department 2nd District Station (3220 Idaho Ave NW). If you need assistance with a DC government service, our problem-solvers will be available in-person and eager to provide help. This event is your opportunity to: Learn about government services and upcoming projects in Ward 3. Ask questions and voice your concerns directly. Access information on valuable community resources and services. Engage with fellow community members. Get to know your Ward 3 Constituent Services team and discuss services and requests that matter to you.

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