How a president's death helped kill Washington's "spoils system"
In the 1800s, the main job requirement for most federal employees was loyalty to the newly-elected president. But after a ...
Should Washington, D.C., become the 51st state? WA’s 2 senators say it’s ‘long past time’
Washington state’s U.S. senators have cosponsored legislation that would grant statehood to the District of Columbia.
Trump storms Washington with hundreds of pardons — and he might not be done
Even some Democrats, including former New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez and civil rights leader Jesse Jackson Sr., have plans to ...
Dan Snyder is reportedly miserable over the Washington Commanders playoff success
Snyder eventually gave up control of the team for just north of $6 billion dollars, but was fined an NFL-record $60 million ...
‘A Quiet Force’: Harris Returns Home After Making History in Washington
The former vice president’s first acts as a nonelected official for the first time in decades could be a sign of what comes ...
Canucks hold Ovechkin in check, beat Washington 2-1 to end Capitals' winning streak at 6
Expert recap and game analysis of the Vancouver Canucks vs. Washington Capitals NHL game from January 25, 2025 on ESPN.
Washington Wizards at Phoenix Suns odds, picks and predictions
Analyzing Saturday’s Washington Wizards at Phoenix Suns odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.
As Washington Unveils Pandas, China Cracks Down on Their Biggest Fans
Panda fan culture once flourished in China. But Beijing is tightening control of discussion of a national symbol.