Councilmember Robert White Takes Stand Against Flawed Detention Policy, Urges Council to Prioritize Proven Public Safety Solutions
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, I introduced an amendment to the PEACE DC Omnibus legislation that removes provisions making the Secure DC expansion of pretrial detention permanent. Because we need to face the truth, it’s a lie that pretrial detention is
Councilmember Robert White’s FY26 Housing Budget Priorities Put People First
This year’s budget season is one of the toughest we’ve seen in a long time. We’re facing a major deficit, and I know the choices we make now will shape who can afford to live in DC tomorrow. That’s why
Statement from Councilmember Robert White on Housing Advocacy Sleep-In and Budget Deliberations
Washington, D.C. — This morning, I learned that residents and housing advocates, some of whom are directly impacted by homelessness, held a sleep-in at my office to voice their concerns and call for greater investment in critical housing programs. I
Councilmember Robert C. White, Jr. Returns from Taiwan Cultural Exchange Focused on Innovative Housing and Community Development
Washington, D.C. — Councilmember Robert C. White, Jr., Chair of the D.C. Council’s Committee on Housing, recently returned from a cultural and policy exchange trip to Taipei, Taiwan. The five-day visit, organized by Taiwan Sister Cities through the support of
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