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Eleanor Holmes Norton isn’t in the news today—she’s a long-time D.C. delegate fighting for voting rights in Congress.

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Nadler to Step Down, Sparks Democratic Race

Long-serving Democratic Congressman Jerrold Nadler, 78, announced he will not seek re-election, citing the need for generational change amid concerns over Biden's age. His departure prompts a competitive race for his Manhattan seat, with several younger candidates preparing to run, reflecting ongoing debates within the Democratic Party about leadership and future direction.

DC Restores Confederate Statue of Pike

The statue of Albert Pike, a Confederate general and Arkansas Supreme Court justice, has been reinstalled in Washington D.C. after being removed and burned during protests in 2020. The move follows federal orders to review and restore certain historical monuments, sparking debate over historical memory and racial justice.

National Guard Deployments Under Legal Scrutiny

Multiple states, including West Virginia and Tennessee, are deploying National Guard troops to Washington D.C. and Memphis amid ongoing legal challenges and political tensions. Courts are examining the legality of these deployments, which are linked to efforts to combat crime and unrest, with significant public and political backlash.