Rep. Rich McCormick proposes returning Arlington and Alexandria to Washington, D.C.
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Updated · Fox News · Apr 24
Rep. Rich McCormick proposes returning Arlington and Alexandria to Washington, D.C.
12 articles · Updated · Fox News · Apr 24
McCormick’s bill, the 'Make D.C. Square Again Act,' follows Virginia’s new Democratic-backed redistricting map and would shift about 250,000 votes from Virginia to D.C.
The proposal faces strong opposition from Rep. Donald Beyer and Virginia officials, who argue it is unconstitutional and politically motivated, while some Republicans and advocacy groups support the move.
If enacted, the change could significantly alter Virginia’s political landscape by removing key Democratic-leaning areas, though legal and legislative hurdles make its prospects uncertain.
How would redrawing D.C.'s border affect the daily lives of 400,000 residents?
What historical precedents exist for altering a nation's capital boundaries so drastically?
Could a presidential order unilaterally reverse the 1846 land transfer to Virginia?
Is the original 100-square-mile plan for the nation's capital still practical today?
What would happen to the Pentagon if it were suddenly located in D.C.?
How would this change impact the unique cultural identity of Arlington and Alexandria?