Russia’s unprovoked attack unified Europe and NATO and prompted unprecedented sanctions aimed at crippling the Russian economy and forcing Vladimir Putin to the negotiating table.
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DC arborists prepare Washington for cherry blossoms
Washington – Arborists from the National Park Service work year-round to prepare the sakura trees for thousands of visitors during its peak bloom. But NPS officials are also trying to think of new ways to incorporate modern technology into the…
With Wentz in the wings, Commanders hope for turnaround. Again.
Wentz, who spent five years previously with the Philadelphia Eagles, makes a return to the NFC East looking to bring stability to the position and lead Washington back to the playoffs.
Maryland’s Cardin meets with Supreme Court nominee Jackson
“It’s an opportunity for us to get to know each other a bit better and we thank her for her willingness to serve her country in this critically important position,” Cardin said to reporters.
As cryptocurrency market grows, federal and state officials mull tighter controls
Lawmakers and industry experts say a lack of comprehensive regulations allows bad actors to transmit money without proper oversight.
Biden moves to strengthen crypto oversight
The move marks the most significant effort by the federal government to install guardrails and regulations governing the developing cryptocurrency markets.
With House seats up for grabs, calls for redistricting reform grow louder
Advocates for reform say the gerrymandering that district maps are undergoing this cycle is the worst they’ve seen.
Economist weighs effectiveness of sanctions to deter Putin’s advance on Ukraine
Washington – NATO’s sanctions against Russia include limiting the country’s banks’ access to SWIFT. But one economist believes banning oil exports is more powerful than sanctions.
Biden cuts off Russian oil and gas imports to U.S.
President Joe Biden signed an executive order Tuesday banning Russian oil, natural gas, and coal imports to the United States in response to the invasion of Ukraine.
Police investigate attack on Russian restaurant as a possible hate crime
Washington – A Russian restaurant in Washington may be feeling the backlash from Russia’s attack on Ukraine. Police are investigating vandalism to the restaurant as a possible hate crime.