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With Fourth of July celebrations canceled across the region and lawmakers facing record temperatures on Capitol Hill, the summer recess is shaping up to be a critical window for resolving stalled legislation before the midterm push.
By Washington DC Federal Desk · 4 July 2026 · 4 min read
A bipartisan coalition pushes forward with legislation on grid modernization and drought preparedness, even as record temperatures force cancellation of holiday events across the region.
By Washington DC Federal Desk · 4 July 2026 · 3 min read
A flurry of July appointments and regulatory shifts signal shifting priorities across the executive branch as Washington navigates record temperatures.
By Washington DC Federal Desk · 4 July 2026 · 3 min read
With temperatures soaring past 105 degrees, the National Mall's annual celebrations were drastically scaled back, raising questions about how the capital conducts outdoor governance events.
By Washington DC Federal Desk · 4 July 2026 · 3 min read
