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DC Council representative prepares to contest Eleanor Holmes Norton in the primary election for congressional position

Initiates a movement to replace Norton, the House's oldest legislator at 88 years old, according to Robert White.

D.C. Council member to take on Eleanor Holmes Norton in upcoming congressional election primary.
D.C. Council member to take on Eleanor Holmes Norton in upcoming congressional election primary.

DC Council representative prepares to contest Eleanor Holmes Norton in the primary election for congressional position

In a surprising turn of events, Council member Robert White has announced his bid for the House seat currently held by Eleanor Holmes Norton. White, who chairs the D.C. Council's Housing Committee, aims to take over the position of the non-voting delegate from Washington, a seat Norton has held since 1991.

White, 43, expressed his readiness to take on the challenge, stating, "I'm ready to take this torch, and the city needs our best fighters right now." In his video announcement, he praised Norton, calling her "our lion on the Hill."

Norton, who is the oldest member of the House at 88 years old, has faced increased calls from Democrats, including Donna Brazile, to step aside. However, her office has yet to comment on White's bid or her re-election plans. It remains unclear whether Norton will seek re-election next year.

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Norton has been Washington's nonvoting delegate in Congress since 1991 and has been a strong advocate for the city's rights. As the race for her seat heats up, Washington residents will be closely watching the developments to see who will take up the mantle of fighting for their rights in the House.

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