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    Sep 8

    in 1791, the “Federal City” was named Washington, Territory of Columbia. “Washington” honored the first president, and “Columbia” was a personification of the United States deriving from "Columbus." In 1871, "Territory" was officially changed to "District."

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    Sep 4

    Biden Weekend Scoreboard -This is his 15th weekend at home in Wilmington, DE -9 weekends at Camp David -8 weekends at the WH -1 weekend overseas at G7 in Cornwall, England

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    Aug 29

    . & as they arrive at Dover Air Force Base to meet with the families of the fallen American service members who were killed in Afghanistan last week.

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  4. Aug 27

    The Pulitzer Prize Board Awards Special Citation to Honor and Assist Afghanistan Journalism Workers

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    Aug 25

    An Oklahoma man seen on video pushing an Associated Press photographer over a wall outside the Capitol during the Jan. 6 riot has been arrested, authorities say.

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  6. Aug 21

    Journalists face danger on Kabul streets and a new question: How to cover Afghanistan now? - The Washington Post

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    Aug 16

    Steam rises from freshly repaved Pennsylvania Ave as rain pelts the White House

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    Aug 11

    Reporters at White House after Truman announces that Japan has surrendered unconditionally, this week 1945:

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    Aug 10

    A meeting between two American legends, Frederick Douglass and , occurred in 1863 when Douglass arrived at White House. The line to Lincoln was so long that he feared he would not get in, but Douglass was called to cut the line.

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  10. Aug 11

    Opinion | Fred Ryan: Austin Tice is turning 40. Can this president finally bring him home? - The Washington Post

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    Aug 5

    President Joe Biden sent a letter to The Capital dated Aug. 3 in support of the Capital Gazette and the freedom of the press in the aftermath of the June 2018 mass shooting at the newspaper office and the recent trial verdict. Read the letter here:

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    Aug 4

    Summer maintenance at the White House and here's your trivia: the paint color is "whisper white."

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    Aug 4

    : The Kansas attorney general withdrew a subpoena for a reporter's notes. 's called the subpoena “a classic example of a fishing expedition, where an attorney sends a broad request…in the hopes of finding some helpful evidence.”

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    Aug 2

    The Washington Post today ran a full-page print ad commemorating American journalist Austin Tice’s 40th birthday, which is Aug. 11. The ad will run throughout August.

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    Jul 30

    Entries for the 2021 NAHJ Ñ Awards are now open! Each year NAHJ recognizes groundbreaking work and excellence in coverage that impacts Hispanic, Latino & Latinx communities. Winners will be announced during the Noche de Triunfos event coming Fall 2021.

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    Jul 28

    “Masks required—Even if you’re fully vaccinated.” – at The West Wing

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    Jul 27

    As a result of this "and in keeping with guidance being issued today to White House staff, the WHCA is reimposing its mask requirement for all indoor spaces at the White House," announces President .

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    Jul 27

    We are excited to announce the Ford Museum in Grand Rapids is now open Thursday/Friday 2PM-5PM and Saturday/Sunday 12PM-5PM. Timed tickets must be purchased in advance. Buy tickets and learn more about COVID restrictions here:

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    Jul 27

    NEW: The is instructing journalists to wear masks indoors at the White House since the CDC website's data now puts D.C. at the level of "substantial" spread. Signs will be posted this afternoon. WH staff are also getting guidance on this.

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    Jul 26

    In a case brought by & , the D.C. Circuit issued an opinion with its most extensive explanation of a 2016 FOIA amendment intended to make it harder for agencies to keep records secret. Check out ’s special analysis:

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