AG Brian Schwalb
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Official Account of DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb. Committed to independence, safety, democracy, & shared prosperity in DC. Dad, listener, 3rd gen resident.
Washington, DC
Joined December 2022
Violence is never the answer and must be swiftly condemned by all. The National Guard are volunteers. They sign up to leave their regular jobs and families at a moment’s notice to serve their country. This is a heartbreaking day for DC and our nation. My thoughts are with the
BREAKING: A suspect is in custody in the shooting of two National Guard members in Washington, D.C., police say.
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Horrible reports that two members of the National Guard have been shot in downtown DC. Praying for a full recovery for all of the victims. As the situation develops, please turn to trusted sources for information and updates:
UPDATE: The scene is secured. One suspect is in custody.
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The company allegedly misled customers to believe they were covered by insurance, only to later be charged large damage fees. https://t.co/KUPzhcTbr5
wjla.com
A car-sharing company called Getaround has agreed to pay $75,000 as part of a settlement with the OAG.
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DC CONSUMER WIN: Over 50 customers in DC will receive refunds after being misled by a car-sharing company. Getaround misled customers about its car insurance coverage, customer service, and vetting — then charged them large, unexpected car damage fees. Now, it will pay $75,000.
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Thank you @CMRobertWhiteDC, @BrianneKNadeau, @CMLewisGeorgeW4, @CMBrookePinto, @CMFrumin, and @CMCharlesAllen for co-introducing the STRONG Homes Act.
As OAG, we focus on the apartment buildings with the most severe housing violations. Our new bill with @CMRobertWhiteDC will protect tenants in these dangerous conditions. The STRONG Homes Act will allow DC to act faster and more effectively to ensure critical repairs are made.
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COUNCILMEMBER ROBERT WHITE AND ATTORNEY GENERAL BRIAN SCHWALB INTRODUCE LEGISLATION TO PROTECT TENANTS LIVING IN DANGEROUS HOUSING
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Tenants living with mold, rodents, no heat, or collapsing ceilings in DC cannot afford to wait months. The STRONG Homes Act will create stronger tools to protect tenants, stabilize properties, ensure public funds are used efficiently, and help restore safe and habitable housing.
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Court proceedings drag on for months. Clear evidence of violations is disputed. Neglectful property owners hide behind LLCs. Landlords stall cases with abatement plans they never intend to fulfill. Serious safety risks go unaddressed. And conditions deteriorate even further.
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The Tenant Receivership Act is the tool we use for the worst offenders of DC's housing laws. In recent years, OAG has sought receivers for Marbury Plaza, Adolphe Edwards, and multiple Sam Razjooyan properties. But even in these egregious cases, serious obstacles delay justice.
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Specifically, the bill addresses gaps in the Tenant Receivership Act. This is DC's tool of last resort for buildings that have fallen into serious disrepair. It allows the Court to appoint a third-party receiver to temporarily take over a neglected property and oversee repairs.
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As OAG, we focus on the apartment buildings with the most severe housing violations. Our new bill with @CMRobertWhiteDC will protect tenants in these dangerous conditions. The STRONG Homes Act will allow DC to act faster and more effectively to ensure critical repairs are made.
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Federal judge rules Trump's months-long deployment of thousands of National Guard forces to the streets of Washington, D.C., violates federal law https://t.co/PiTn8gfDa3
cbsnews.com
A federal judge ruled Thursday that President Trump's months-long deployment of thousands of National Guard forces to the streets of Washington, D.C., violates federal law.
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DOB is proud to have supported this major milestone for DC tenants of Marbury Plaza. Our inspection documentation strengthened the case and advanced accountability. In his statement, Director Hanlon emphasized #TeamDOB’s commitment to ensuring DC residents have safe, habitable,
oag.dc.gov
NEW: We won a $41 million judgment over appalling conditions at Marbury Plaza. For years, 2,500 tenants endured mold, leaks, rats, and a lack of heat, AC, and hot water — while the old owner defied court orders to fix it. This is the largest DC housing conditions judgment ever.
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From the beginning, we made clear that the military should not be policing American citizens on American soil. Normalizing the use of military troops for domestic law enforcement sets a dangerous precedent. This federal overreach is not normal or legal. https://t.co/UwpQdEjV6p
nytimes.com
Judge Jia M. Cobb found that the presence of more than 2,000 National Guard troops, many from outside D.C., was most likely unlawful. She paused the order from taking effect until Dec. 11.
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A huge congratulations to Yewoinhareg (Yoyo) Kebede, alumna and ambassador of our Financial Empowerment Program! Yoyo was honored last week with the 2025 Humanitarian Award at @DCAttorneyGen's Right Direction Award Ceremony. Congratulations, Yoyo!
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“If there is no struggle, there is no progress.” — Frederick Douglass Already in their young lives, our 2025 Right Direction Awards honorees have overcome struggle and driven progress in their communities through courage, leadership, and service. It was inspiring to honor them.
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A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to end its monthslong deployment of National Guard troops to help police the nation’s capital.
apnews.com
A federal judge is ordering the Trump administration to end its monthslong deployment of National Guard troops to help police the nation’s capital. U.S.
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Breaking news: A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to halt its National Guard deployment to Washington while a lawsuit over the matter plays out in court. The order won’t take effect for 21 days so that the government can appeal.
washingtonpost.com
A judge granted an injunction in D.C.’s lawsuit against Trump’s National Guard deployment, but it won’t take effect for 21 days so that the government can appeal.
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The Court's injunction has been stayed for 21 days to give defendants the chance to appeal. It is long past time to let the National Guard go home to their everyday lives, regular jobs, and families. And it is long past time for the involuntary military occupation of DC to end.
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