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Protest against expected Congressional override of Washington, DC’s revised criminal code

Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) speaks at a protest against Congress’s likely vote to overturn the first revision of Washington, DC’s criminal code in more than 100 years. The controversy stems from two issues: autonomy for the District of Columbia and changes in sentencing guidelines. In voting not to approve the bill, Congress will override the decision of DC’s duly elected representatives, almost half of whom are African-American. Some members of Congress claim the new code will lead to higher crime, while DC argues that it will prevent unduly harsh sentences for crimes without aggravating factors. (Photo by Allison Bailey/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID	#9714080
Date Taken	8 March 2023
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Photographer	Allison Bailey/NurPhoto
Category	Politics
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Allison Bailey/NurPhoto

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