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Washington, D.C., formally the District of Columbia and commonly referred to as Washington or D.C., is the capital of the United States. Founded after the American Revolution as the seat of government of the newly independent country, Washington was named after George Washington, the first president of the United States and a Founding Father. As the seat of the United States federal government and several international organizations, Washington is an important world political capital. The city is also one of the most visited cities in the world, with more than 20 million tourists annually.

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Donald Trump refuses to criticise Ankara's acquisition of Russian missile system, cites 'good relationship' with Turkish counterpart

Donald Trump declined to criticise Turkey's acquisition of a Russian missile system assailed by the Pentagon and NATO, making no mention of sanctions Washington had threatened over the purchase.
Firstpost - Published 2 days ago

Trump says 'not fair' that U.S. can't sell F-35s to Turkey

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday it is "not fair" to either Turkey or the United States that Washington cannot sell Ankara billions of dollars worth of F-35 fighter jets after it bought a..
Reuters - Published 2 days ago

▶ Videos for Washington, D.C.

Protesters shut down ICE headquarters in DC

Immigration rights activists on Tuesday held a rally outside Immigration and Customs Enforcement's headquarters to bring attention to the conditions and treatment of migrants inside border patrol..

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Grieving father set to slam Boeing in Congress

Before flying to Washington to climb the steps of Congress and testify to a crowd of aviation experts and lawmakers this week, Paul Njoroge spent a desolate weekend packing away toys his children would..

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Senate Republican McConnell Speaks Out About Donald Trump's Comments

U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell spoke to the media after the Republican Party caucus lunch. According to Reuters, the meeting took place at the U.S. Capitol in Washington. McConnell spoke..

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Neil Armstrong's spacesuit unveiled

For the first time in 13 years, after extensive preservation work, the spacesuit astronaut Neil Armstrong wore in his mission to the moon is back on public display at the Smithsonian's Air & Space..

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Barr calls on U.S. "body politic" to resist racial hatred

At an anti-Semitism summit in Washington, D.C. Monday, Attorney General William Barr told an audience he is concerned that "under the banner of identity politics, some political factions are seeking to..

Credit: Reuters Studio Duration: 01:03Published 4 days ago

Sater, Steele and subpoenas, probes run on in DC

Russian-born real estate developer Felix Sater, who worked on a proposed Trump Tower project in Moscow, appeared on Tuesday for testimony before the U.S. House of Representatives Intelligence..

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US women's football team hint at Washington visit after World Cup win

The United States have hinted that they will visit Capitol Hill following their Women's World Cup win despite a public spat between Megan Rapinoe and Donald Trump.

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White House Leaks After DC Gets Hit With Record-Breaking Rain

Rain came storming down on parts of Washington, D.C., breaking a daily record in just an hour. It fell 3.3. Inches at Reagan National Airport, breaking the previous record of 2.2. Inches in 1958...

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Flash flooding hits D.C. area

The National Weather Service issued a flash flood emergency in the D.C. metropolitan area on Monday as roads and backyards flooded and a rush of water poured through the ceiling of the Virginia Square..

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Trump warns Iran: 'Be careful'

President Trump on Sunday told Iran to 'be careful' after Tehran vowed to boost its uranium enrichment. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump congratulates U.S. women's team on World Cup win

President Donald Trump on Sunday congratulated the U.S. women's soccer team on their 'incredible achievement' winning the World Cup, just days after a spat with the captain. Rough Cut (no reporter..

Credit: Reuters Studio Duration: 00:29Published 2 weeks ago

U.S. takes fourth Women's World Cup

The United States beat the Netherlands 2-0, but the real winner may be the women's league itself. It's expected to clinch record viewing figures. Joe Davies reports.

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Trump, on his July 4th teleprompter moment

U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday said a mistake made during his July 4th speech in front of the Lincoln Memorial was due to rain and teleprompter issues. During his speech, Trump said the..

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Why Is Fox Host Lou Dobbs Calling U.S. Generals 'Snowflakes'

On Thursday, President Donald Trump held a Forth of July event in Washing DC. He called the event 'Salute to America' celebration. There was a show of military equipment and vehicles, which some..

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'The future belongs to us' Trump on July 4

With U.S. fighter jets flying overhead, President Donald Trump praised the military and reveled in a show of pomp and patriotism on Thursday in a celebration of Independence Day that critics accused..

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July 4 fireworks light up the sky in Washington, D.C.

Washington D.C. is treated to the annual July 4th fireworks display, the day that celebrates the U.S. founders' declaring independence from Britain. Rough cut - no reporter narration.

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Tanks arrive on the National Mall for July Fourth

Battle tanks arrived on the National Mall on Tuesday ahead of a July Fourth celebration highlighting U.S. military might that Democrats say President Donald Trump may turn into a re-election campaign..

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Trump's July 4th tanks ready to roll

Complete with a display of military might, Washington, D.C. is preparing for a July Fourth celebration that President Trump says will be unforgettable. His critics say the display and Trump's planned..

Credit: Reuters Studio Duration: 01:17Published 2 weeks ago

A Winged Robot Is Going To Saturn's Moon

According to MNN.com, "Saturn's biggest moon has long been a riddle, wrapped in a mystery — or more accurately, in an ice cube. For one thing, Titan packs a very unmoon-like atmosphere." Thomas..

Credit: Wochit News Duration: 00:41Published 3 weeks ago

Trump Event Reportedly To Ruin 4th Of July Fireworks View For Many In DC

In Washington D.C., the upcoming fireworks show at the National Mall on July 4th is being billed as the largest display the nation's capital has ever seen. Fox News reported that a rally in support of..

Credit: Wochit News Duration: 00:33Published 3 weeks ago