District Links: DC braces for violence at pro-Trump demonstrations; attempt to require more notice on council budget proposal fails; and more

By Chris Kain and Cuneyt Dil On Jan 4, 2021 Last updated Jan 4, 2021

Happy New Year. DC is bracing for two days of demonstrations by Donald Trump supporters surrounding Congress’ vote to certify November’s election, and the mayor has called in the DC National Guard to help handle potential unrest.

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