"In DC, the US Supreme Court's conservative majority allowed Texas's gerrymandered congressional map to stand for next year's midterms, which could hand Republicans up to five new seats in the House. ( NYT) The US Court of Appeals for DC also blocked an order that would have banned the Trump administration from keeping National Guard troops in the District while the White House appeals a lower court's decision that they must go. ( Law Dork)"
"In Norfolk, Virginia, a grand jury declined to indict New York Attorney General Letitia James, the latest defeat for Trump's revenge campaign against his perceived enemies. The DOJ may try the flimsy charges a third time. ( Washington Post) In Albany, a federal judge appeared likely to disqualify John Sarcone III, yet another acting US Attorney the administration has appointed in a manner designed to avoid Senate confirmation. ( Politico)"
Light snow this morning with a high around 34 and a low near 25 overnight. A list of school closings and delays is available. The Capitals visit Anaheim tonight and host Columbus on Sunday; the Wizards host Atlanta on Saturday; the Commanders visit the Vikings on Sunday. Social contact options include Bluesky @abeaujon.87, Signal, and an email link, plus subscription to a morning newsletter and curated music playlists on Spotify and Apple Music. Major court developments include the Supreme Court allowing Texas's gerrymandered map to stand, appellate and local court actions, and an FBI arrest connected to January 6 pipe bombs.
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