United States & Eleanor Holmes Norton

United States: The United States retains significant control over United States — Washington (state)'s local affairs, including budget approval and laws. Republican members have actively challenged the city's autonomy, making federal intervention a key issue in the elections.

Eleanor Holmes Norton: Eleanor Holmes Norton, the long-serving congressional delegate for United States — Washington (state), decided not to seek reelection after 18 terms, leading to a new political era for the city. Her decision was influenced by pressure from critics regarding her response to the Trump administration's actions and concerns about her age.