--- title: "Washington Politics & Government News" url: https://www.herewashingtondc.com/politics-washington-dc/ date: 2026-06-22T16:13:41-04:00 modified: 2026-06-22T16:26:21-04:00 author: "" site: "HERE Washington DC" attribution: "HERE Washington DC" --- # Washington Politics & Government News *Source: [HERE Washington DC](https://www.herewashingtondc.com/politics-washington-dc/) — June 22, 2026 by * Washington DC Politics & Government # Washington Politics & Civic News Covering **Washington City Council**, **{{COUNTY}} County Council**, **DC General Assembly**, and your **federal representatives** in Washington, D.C. Accountability journalism for {{COUNTY}} County residents. 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Strongly support — this is overdue 35% Cautious support — depends on the details 21% Skeptical — need to see the cost first 18% Oppose — not the right direction for Washington 26% Based on [our coverage](https://www.herewashingtondc.com/2026/10/08/trump-proposes-presidential-retreat-at-florida-golf-club/) · October 8, 2026 Political Coverage ## Local & State Political News Washington, {{COUNTY}} County, & District of Columbia Capitol [All Political News →](https://www.herewashingtondc.com/category/politics/) ![Trump proposes presidential retreat at West Palm Beach golf club](https://www.herewashingtondc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/trump-proposes-presidential-retreat-at-florida-golf-club-300x201.jpg) Oct 8, 2026 [Trump proposes presidential retreat at West Palm Beach golf club](https://www.herewashingtondc.com/2026/10/08/trump-proposes-presidential-retreat-at-florida-golf-club/) From the HERE City National DeskPresident Donald Trump said Wednesday he wants to turn his private golf course in West… Evergreen Guides Political Resource Center Civic education & voter resources for {{COUNTY}} County residents [🗳️ Voter Registration Guide How to register in District of Columbia, key deadlines, and what to expect at the polls. 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