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NARA Authorizes Washington Telework Through Aug. 23

8/21/2026

Summary

Story summary

NARA authorized telework for Washington staff through Aug 23 after union raised safety concerns about the race.
National Gallery of Art completed a vibration study and added protective measures for its collection.
White House spokesperson Davis Ingle said the White House and Penske followed all safety protocols and coordinated with agencies.
Organizers planned the race in seven months after President Donald Trump approved the National Mall route via executive order.

History

Historical Context

After al-Qaeda’s coordinated suicide attacks on September 11 2001 killed 2,977 people, the U.S. passed the Patriot Act, enacted the Homeland Security Act of 2002 and created the Department of Homeland Security. Those reforms spurred ongoing risk-assessment programs at agencies such as NARA, the National Gallery and the White House to protect staff, artifacts and public events.

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Story summary

NARA authorized telework for Washington staff through Aug 23 after union raised safety concerns about the race.
National Gallery of Art completed a vibration study and added protective measures for its collection.
White House spokesperson Davis Ingle said the White House and Penske followed all safety protocols and coordinated with agencies.
Organizers planned the race in seven months after President Donald Trump approved the National Mall route via executive order.

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