#washington dc

[tiredpurpleee]

saw Finn Wolfhard tonight in dc! He was SO good. On my way home now cuz I have work at 9:30am😭

[awellrespectedcavetroll]

Hooray, DC is safe and beautiful again

[onlytiktoks]

https://www.washingtonpost.com/investigations/interactive/2026/07/16/reflecting-pool-peeling-likely-caused-by-application-flaws-experts-say/

[justinspoliticalcorner]

How long until Trump fences off all of DC?

Look, it used to sound like weirdo doomering to say that President Donald Trump has no intention of leaving office after the end of his term

Lisa Needham at Daily Kos:

Look, it used to sound like weirdo doomering to say that President Donald Trump has no intention of leaving office after the end of his term, but this is the behavior of a man hunkering down and digging in. He’s been turning the whole of Washington, D.C., into his little construction playground, but imposing his tacky vision on the city isn’t enough. He also wants an unprecedented level of protection from the very people he is supposed to serve as head of the government—the American people. In his latest move to ensconce himself, bunker-like, in the White House, he’s demanding that his lackeys on the Commission of Fine Arts let him permanently fence off Lafayette Park. Why? Because the protests there make him sad. The administration has already restricted access to the park with the excuse that it was terribly necessary for landscaping and “repairs” prior to Trump’s hijacking of America’s 250th birthday, and has then just kept the fencing up.

Lafayette Park is not part of the White House complex, but rather a space for public gatherings. However, Trump is claiming it is “really the entrance to the White House” and that fencing the whole thing off will be “completed very shortly and it’ll be incredible.” Also, somehow, fencing off the park will “maintain public access to this nationally symbolic space.” Sure, yep. Nothing says “maintain public fencing” like fully walling off the park. This looks a lot more like the administration would like to spare Trump even the very sight of people who don’t like him while making sure that his donors, lackeys, cronies, and stormtroopers can still gather there.

Hmm. Do we think this will be completed very shortly and incredibly like the Reflecting Pool, which, after it turned into a slop of peeling plastic and algae, has now been drained and—you guessed it—is fenced off from the public and will be until 2027, it appears.

This bozo wants to fence off DC for his own delusions.

[grenzone]

Morning in Washington D.C. today.

[i-freaking-love-soup]

took my chud daughter to the Smithsonian castle

I also went to Washington monument and the Hirshhorn and Jefferson’s stone

[dcschoolscom]

Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin has launched a job-readiness program at Phelps Architecture, Construction and Engineering High School, bringing professional development resources to students in Northeast Washington. The initiative targets students at Phelps ACE High School, a specialized public high school in Ward 7 that focuses on architecture, construction, and engineering career pathways. The school serves approximately 400 students and emphasizes hands-on technical training alongside traditional academics. McLaurin's program addresses a critical need in the District, where workforce development and career preparation remain priorities for DC Public Schools. The city has invested significantly in Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs in recent years, recognizing that not all students follow a traditional four-year college path. Programs like the one McLaurin is bringing to Phelps align with DCPS's goal of ensuring students graduate with marketable skills and clear pathways to employment. For DC families evaluating high school options, career-focused programs represent an increasingly important consideration. Phelps ACE High School already distinguishes itself through its specialized curriculum in construction trades and engineering fields, and partnerships with professional athletes and business leaders can provide students with mentorship, networking opportunities, and real-world insights into workplace expectations. Job-readiness initiatives typically include resume writing, interview preparation, professional communication skills, and industry-specific training. These skills prove valuable whether students enter the workforce directly after graduation or pursue additional education. For families in Wards 7 and 8, where youth unemployment rates have historically exceeded citywide averages, programs connecting students to career opportunities hold particular significance. McLaurin, who has maintained strong community ties in the Washington area throughout his NFL career, joins other professional athletes who have invested in DC education initiatives. His involvement brings visibility to Phelps and its technical programs while providing students access to professional networks beyond traditional educational channels. Parents researching DC high schools should note that career-focused institutions like Phelps offer alternative pathways to success, particularly for students interested in technical fields. These programs can lead directly to industry certifications, apprenticeships, or employment while keeping college options open. Source: WUSA9