DC's delegate candidate plans to target federal lawmakers challenging the city’s autonomy

The presumptive incoming congressional delegate for the District of Columbia announced a new political strategy on Monday aimed at protecting the city's autonomy. The plan involves mobilizing local residents to campaign in neighboring states for candidates who support the District's legislative independence.

The initiative is designed to directly counter interventions by federal lawmakers, specifically targeting those who have challenged the city's self-governance. By focusing on congressional districts outside of the District, the delegate intends to influence the political landscape to better align with the city's interests regarding local control.