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Trump Orders DC Prosecutors To Seek Death Penalty

President Trump signed an executive order instructing D.C. prosecutors to seek the death penalty wherever possible by bringing violent crimes under federal jurisdiction. The death penalty is outlawed in D.C., but is allowed for certain crimes under federal law. [WUSA9]

White House Calls For Firing Ahead of Potential Shutdown

The White House told federal agencies to draft mass firing plans if the government shuts down next week. The reduction would permanently eliminate positions whose funding would lapse during the shutdown and are “not consistent with the President’s priorities.” [Politico]

Nadeau Steps Down After 11 Years

Ward 1 Councilmember Brianne Nadeau won’t seek a fourth term, she announced Thursday. The Ward 1 primary, scheduled for next June, is expected to be competitive. [WTOP]

What Belongs In the DC Canon?

The Washington Post just published a list of D.C.’s greatest 101 pieces of art and media ever, calling it the D.C. Canon. And while some are undoubtedly uncontested, others … well, let's just say we have a bone to pick. [Washington Post 🔒/City Cast DC 🎧]

Missing Woodley Park Turtles

A pet Eastern box turtle — Tommy Tony Turtle — was found and returned after he got loose in Woodley Park last week. Surprisingly, there is still another missing turtle in the neighborhood. But how far could it really have gone? 🐢 [Woodley Park Listserve]

DC Insider Trivia

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