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• DC lawmakers seek to remove National Guard troops amid resident fears

  D.C. Councilmember Brook Pinto urged incoming Democratic governors in five states to immediately withdraw their National Guard troops from Washington, D.C. The request targets governors-elect in Iowa, Georgia, Nevada, Ohio, and Texas, who collectively deployed approximately 628 guardsmen to the capital under President Trump's safety mission. Nearly all troops are from Republican-controlled jurisdictions, with Alaska potentially flipping to allow recall of additional members.

• "How a Democratic Congress could help D.C."

  The piece argues that a Democratic Congress could support Washington D.C.'s autonomy and advance Mayor-elect Janeese Lewis George's priorities by funding judges and providing federal grants. It suggests Democrats may also curb President Trump's construction projects in the district, with Rep. Rosa DeLauro potentially aiding local recovery efforts from DOGE-related losses.

• "'Opportunity for partnership': DC delegate-elect Robert White on working with Trump – WTOP News"

  DC delegate-elect Robert White argues for a balanced approach in relations with the Trump administration, suggesting that while Washington should not pick unnecessary fights, it must stand firm on critical local issues. He contends that President Trump is currently reassessing his legacy and potential projects affecting the District's economy and public spaces.