District Links: Norton, Van Hollen pursue DC statehood bill despite GOP control; costs rise for Wilson Building’s inaugural parade stand; and more

By Chris Kain On Jan 8, 2025 Last updated Jan 8, 2025

Amid widespread worries that Republican control of the White House and both chambers of Congress will mean incursions on DC’s limited home rule, DC Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton and Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen yesterday announced that they are reintroducing DC statehood legislation in the House and Senate.

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