Why a full federal takeover of DC would require an act of Congress

President Trump has reignited the idea of a federal takeover of Washington, D.C., a longstanding talking point of his. This would require an act of Congress, but the issue has resurfaced as one of many initiatives since Trump’s second term began. Mayor Muriel Bowser has maintained a positive relationship with Trump, despite the controversial proposal. The possibility of this federal takeover depends on Congress, where Republicans hold the majority.