District Links: Impacts of a second Trump presidency loom large for DC home rule; some in Ward 8 look ahead to potential special election; and more

By Chris Kain On Nov 7, 2024 Last updated Nov 8, 2024

While it remains uncertain which party will control the House of Representatives pending the resolution of multiple uncalled races, the outcome is likely to have outsize impact on how DC’s home rule fares during Donald Trump’s second presidential term.

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