WTOP: Intense House debate ahead of historic vote on DC statehood bill

By Editor On Jun 26, 2020 Last updated Jun 26, 2020

Passionate debate from lawmakers representing several states has taken place in the House ahead of a historic Friday vote on legislation to make D.C. the nation’s 51st state.

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