“We’ve had the military turned on us, people being snatched in our city, and constant threats about the federal government taking over D.C.,” White told The Informer. Activist and 2024 D.C. congressional candidate Kymone Freeman is criticizing D.C. Council member Robert White’s decision to run as the District’s delegate, calling it disingenuous and conveniently timed. He said that he can apply a similar mindset as D.C. delegate while working on the Hill and in collaboration with local leaders. With the field of candidates growing, Brown continues to tout the need for congressional leadership that’s deeply familiar with District residents’ needs. Her plans as D.C. delegate include the advancement of amendments to the D.C. Home Rule Act to allow more local autonomy during federalization.