WORKER WIN: A Maryland-based front desk staffing company will pay $400,000 for failing to provide paid sick leave. DC law requires paid sick leave, but First Impression Staffing denied it to hundreds of its DC employees. Workers should not have to choose between their health and their livelihood.

One of the largest construction firms in the region will pay D.C. almost $1 million in penalties and investments in a settlement over pollution to D.C. waterways.

Construction firm settles with DC attorney general for $1M over water pollution

One of the largest construction firms in the region will pay D.C. almost $1 million in penalties and investments in a settlement over pollution to D.C. waterways. The D.C. Attorney General’s Office su...

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We are putting polluters on notice and requiring major changes to protect DC’s rivers and streams.

I couldn’t leave WAMU without one last story: a controversial utility project is getting a second look. wamu.org/story/26/07/... I’ll be talking all this and more for a Politics Hour swan song: then I’m taking a few weeks off before the new gig starts so hold your tips til then!

A controversial pipeline replacement project is getting more scrutiny from D.C. regulators amid fears of rising utility bills

A $150 million plan from Washington Gas to replace pipes leaking natural gas across the city won an initial approval this spring. But the D.C. government and environmentalists successfully pressed for...

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NEW: Fort Myer will make sweeping environmental improvements to address pollution at a facility in Ward 5. It will also pay $450,000, abide by strict monitoring, and face penalties for noncompliance. We are holding Fort Myer accountable and protecting DC's waterways, including the Anacostia River.

🎒 Back-to-school season starts at the library! 📚 Get ready for the new school year with FREE bookbags, school supplies, performances, activities, and community resources at select DC Public Library locations. Find a Back to School event near you: https://bit.ly/3q6dRuY

Skyrocketing utility bills are making life in DC even less affordable. Any gas pipe replacement plan that is approved must keep our communities safe from dangerous leaks, ensure funds are spent wisely by prioritizing the most urgent repairs, and protect DC ratepayers from excessive rate hikes.

D.C. Regulators Reopen Review of Washington Gas Pipeline Plan Following Challenge by Schwalb, Consumer Advocates

D.C. regulators will hold a two-day rehearing on Washington Gas' pipeline plan following requests from city officials.

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Pipe Replacement Plan “according to Washington Gas, will require $215 million over three years raised through a surcharge on customers’ gas bills.” - A new hearing about it has been scheduled: www.popville.com/2026/07/pipe...

Pipe Replacement Plan “according to Washington Gas, will require $215 million over three years raised through a surcharge on customers’ gas bills.” - PoPville

From the Office of the Attorney General (OAG): "Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb today announced that the Office of the Attorney General (OAG), along with the Office of the People’s Counsel (OPC) and...

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DC HEALTHCARE UPDATE: We secured an agreement that will enable OAG to complete its legally required review of the transfer of nonprofit Medical Faculty Associates, Inc (MFA) through at least September 30, 2026. This will facilitate continuity of medical care for DC patients during our review.

NEW: We secured a $81,064 judgment against the former ANC 8C treasurer for misappropriating public funds. The discrepancies were uncovered by the Office of the DC Auditor and investigated by OIG before we sued in 2024. The misuse of taxpayer funds violates public trust and will not be tolerated.

NEW: We are calling on the DC Public Service Commission to reject a wasteful pipe replacement plan. Washington Gas wants to hike utility rates again to pay for an outdated and ineffective gas system. We secured a hearing on July 27-28 to reconsider the plan. OAG will be there fighting to stop it.

Yesterday, OAG's Equitable Land Use Section testified before the Zoning Commission in support of a map amendment in Shaw. The rezoning triples the allowable onsite density directly next to a Metro station. The nonprofit developer plans to develop the site with 200+ all-affordable housing units.

JUST IN: A federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction against the Razjooyans for appalling housing conditions. The Court ordered urgent repairs across multiple buildings. This is a critical step to protect at-risk tenants and rein in the Razjooyans' severe neglect and fraud.

If you have not been outside yet, the air quality is as bad as predicted in DC. There is a haze and it does smell like smoke. Please limit your time outdoors today. Many camps have already announced that children will be indoors today.

NEW: 23andMe will pay $18 million from bankruptcy funds for a data breach that exposed users' genetic data. 23andMe initially denied the breach, then tried to blame customers and avoid responsibility as the data went up for sale on the dark web. DC and 42 states are holding 23andMe accountable.

Please read this powerful poem from Paul Gray, a DC student who just graduated 8th grade. It was the winning submission of this year’s Do the Write Thing challenge, a violence prevention program that elevates student voices. Paul is serving as the DC Ambassador at the 2026 DtWT National Summit.

DC, we're in the middle of another heat wave. ☀️🌡️ If you're a renter, and your AC is broken or your water is being disconnected — we have your back.   Please call our Consumer and Tenant Response unit at 202-442-9828, and we will work to get the cool air or cool water flowing again.

Thank you to the many DC residents who joined us at West End Library for our hearing on the proposed transfer of MFA. We will share a transcript and our presentation on OAG's website in the coming days. DC residents can submit public comment by emailing oag.mfacomments@dc.gov by Friday, July 17.

⛈️ Heat Alert for DC: Until Wednesday, 7/15 8AM. Daytime temperatures will feel like 95°F or hotter. Overnight temperatures may feel like 80°F or hotter. Drink water. Stay cool. Find a cooling center near you: heat.dc.gov.

Today at West End Library starting at 5:30pm ⬇️

DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb@dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · last mo.

OAG is hosting a public hearing to discuss the proposed transfer of Medical Faculty Associates, Inc. (MFA). The meeting will take place on Monday, July 13, 2026 from 5:30pm-7:30pm at West End Neighborhood Library (2301 L St NW). Register to testify at the hearing at oag.dc.gov/MFA.

MFA is one of the largest physician practice groups in DC. MFA physicians staff critical facilities across our city, including GWU Hospital in Ward 2 and Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center in Ward 8. Thousands of patients are seen daily by providers employed by MFA. Come make your voice heard! ⬇️

DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb@dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · last mo.

OAG is hosting a public hearing to discuss the proposed transfer of Medical Faculty Associates, Inc. (MFA). The meeting will take place on Monday, July 13, 2026 from 5:30pm-7:30pm at West End Neighborhood Library (2301 L St NW). Register to testify at the hearing at oag.dc.gov/MFA.

NEW: We are suing two Ward 1 landlords for horrific housing conditions, including a gas explosion that displaced 50 residents. Two years after the explosion, the building is still uninhabitable. We are fighting to get these homes repaired, reimburse DC, and get money back for harmed tenants.

NEW: "Rent to own" company Acima will provide $3.7 million in relief to DC residents and pay $300,000 in penalties to the District over its deceptive lease agreements. Over 10,500 DC residents will get refunds or debt forgiveness. The company will also be required to reform its business practices.

It's 2026. Why do we still get robocalls? Scammers used to illegally spoof phone numbers until governments cracked down on the practice. Now, scammers buy real numbers and cycle through them to evade your spam filter. Today, 49 state AGs are calling for stronger rules to block robocalls for good.

ICYMI: Late Night Hype is the place to be for teens this summer in DC. Here's the next one:

If you cannot attend this public hearing but would like to provide a written comment, please do so at oag.mfacomments@dc.gov.

DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb@dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · last mo.

OAG is hosting a public hearing to discuss the proposed transfer of Medical Faculty Associates, Inc. (MFA). The meeting will take place on Monday, July 13, 2026 from 5:30pm-7:30pm at West End Neighborhood Library (2301 L St NW). Register to testify at the hearing at oag.dc.gov/MFA.

ICYMI: On July 1st the D.C. minimum wage increased to $18.40 per hour and the tipped minimum wage increased to $10.30 per hour. Wage theft is a crime. Report wage theft violations to the @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social by emailing Workers@dc.gov or Trabajadores@dc.gov, or calling 202-724-7730.

Today we celebrate a great nation ruled by its people — not by kings. And we fight for the full promise of American democracy to arrive here in DC through Statehood. Happy Independence Day, DC! 🇺🇸