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D.C. Unveils Bold Plan to Address $1.1 Billion Deficit

5/29/2025

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In a bold move to tackle a staggering $1.1 billion budget deficit, Washington, D.C. officials unveiled a strategy that spares jobs and essential services. Mayor Muriel Bowser revealed the use of a 2009 federal law to boost spending while enacting hiring freezes and slight reductions. Now, all eyes are on the D.C. Council for approval following Congress's recent funding resolution.

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In a bold move to tackle a staggering $1.1 billion budget deficit, Washington, D.C. officials unveiled a strategy that spares jobs and essential services. Mayor Muriel Bowser revealed the use of a 2009 federal law to boost spending while enacting hiring freezes and slight reductions. Now, all eyes are on the D.C. Council for approval following Congress's recent funding resolution.