Washington Business Journal: D.C. attorney general plans new focus on landlords, retailers seeking to illegally profit off of coronavirus

By Editor On Mar 30, 2020 Last updated Mar 30, 2020

D.C. prosecutors say they’re keeping a close eye on landlords and retailers amid the coronavirus pandemic, watching especially intently for any violations of new, outbreak-inspired protections lawmakers put in place for renters and shoppers.

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