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Michael Schaffer

@michaelschaffer

Co-host, @citycast_dc. Formerly: Editor of @washingtonian & @wcp. D.C. Native. Admirer of schemes.

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Joined March 2009
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DC Tab, 11/11/26. As reported in NYT, but here’s how your favorite make believe publication would have played it.
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DC Tab, 11/9/26. As actually discussed in @CityCast_DC but here’s how it might have looked on the fake front page dc.citycast.fm/newsletters/c…
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Ben Brasch@ben_braschNov 6
I spoke with @ChmnMendelson shortly before @chenderson made her announcement. Mendo said he based his decision on advice from the Council's general counsel. | Henderson Switches Party Affiliation Again, Yielding To DC Dems dc.citycast.fm/dc-politics/h…
Henderson Switches Party Affiliation Again, Yielding To DC Dems · City Cast DC

Henderson Switches Party Affiliation Again, Yielding To DC Dems · City Cast DC

At-large Councilmember Christina Henderson had intended to fill the open Democrat seat on the council before being blindsided by her colleagues.

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Ben Brasch@ben_braschNov 6
The Chair plans to swear in @JamalHoltz on Monday. And then he’d sit in the dais the next day with @CMCHenderson, who says she has a legal claim to this spot.
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Emma Uber@EmmaUber7Nov 6
In case you missed the Trump arch drama last night: - 120 people testified against the arch in a nearly 10 hour hearing - The panel (stacked with Trump allies) approved it 8-4 anyway - Less than 2 hours later, a judge blocked construction for the next two weeks More on the late-night developments from @jackiepeiser here: dc.citycast.fm/news/judge-bl…
Judge Blocks Trump's Memorial Arch After Federal Commission's Approval · City Cast DC

Judge Blocks Trump's Memorial Arch After Federal Commission's Approval · City Cast DC

The National Capital Planning Commission's vote Thursday would have opened the door for construction to begin immediately.

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Martin Weil@martyweilwapostNov 6
Replying to @michaelschaffer
The promise of cruising the broad Potomac or even the majestic Anacostia would seem a shrewd management tool. It could be used to reward Guard members for particularly diligent foot patrol. It would probably be more welcome than a mere letter of appreciation.
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DC Tab, 11/6/26. As reported in Politico— here’s how it might play if Washington had a tabloid. politico.com/news/2026/11/05…
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Ben Brasch@ben_braschNov 5
Here we go. Many in the Wilson Building predict this is sure to set up a legal battle between DC Dems and @CMCHenderson.
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DC Democratic Party Appoints Jamal Holtz Interim At-Large Councilmember and Calls for His Immediate Swearing-In - mailchi.mp/dcdemocraticparty…
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City Cast DC@CityCast_DCNov 5
TODAY'S NEWSLETTER: Who invited Trayon White to speak at the JLG victory party? … A final vote is expected today on Trump’s victory arch … Saying goodbye to some out-of-state Republicans who tried to mess with D.C. laws. @michaelschaffer dc.citycast.fm/newsletters/c…
What we know about JLG’s transition team · City Cast DC with Michael Schaffer · City Cast DC

What we know about JLG’s transition team · City Cast DC with Michael Schaffer · City Cast DC

A final vote on the Arc de Trump

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Jaclyn Peiser@jackiepeiserNov 5
Today is a gearing up to be a big day for President Trump and his 250-foot arch. The National Capital Planning Commission, a panel stacked with Trump allies, is expected to sign off on the arch. Construction could begin immediately. Here's what to expect: dc.citycast.fm/news/trump-ar…
Trump's 250-Foot Memorial Arch Could Get Final Approval Today · City Cast DC

Trump's 250-Foot Memorial Arch Could Get Final Approval Today · City Cast DC

The National Capital Planning Commission is set to vote this afternoon, opening the door for construction to begin immediately.

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Emma Uber@EmmaUber7Nov 5
NOW: @CMBrookePinto is calling on the 5 newly elected Democratic governors from Georgia, Iowa, Nevada, Ohio and Texas to withdraw their National Guard troops from D.C. on day 1. Collectively, those states account for 628 troops in D.C.
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bravo, @abeaujon
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DC Tab, 11/4/26. As reported in @CityCast_DC — but here’s how it might have looked on the wood. dc.citycast.fm/dc-politics/d…
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DC Tab, 11/3/26. As discussed in today’s @CityCast_DC newsletter. But here’s how it mighta looked on a dead tree. dc.citycast.fm/newsletters/c…
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DC Tab, 11/2/26. As reported in DC News Now, but here’s how it might have looked. dcnewsnow.com/news/local-new…
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Ben Brasch@ben_braschOct 31
From me and @EmmaUber7 | D.C., Virginia Governments Sue To Block Trump’s Arch dc.citycast.fm/dc-politics/T…
D.C., Virginia Governments Sue To Block Trump’s Arch · City Cast DC

D.C., Virginia Governments Sue To Block Trump’s Arch · City Cast DC

This marks the first time the D.C. government has waded into a legal battle with Trump over his attempts to remake the city in his image.

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Ashley Schapitl
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The optics of donors funneling money to the groups whose leaders get appointed to top administration jobs is not good. Great scoop from @CityCast_DC
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Jaclyn Peiser (@jackiepeiser) profile pictureJaclyn Peiser@jackiepeiserOct 30
SCOOP: The Greater Washington Community Foundation is courting donors for a $2 million fund to support and shape the JLG administration transition, according to a concept note of the plan I reviewed. 🧵 dc.citycast.fm/dc-politics/w…
A Major Foundation Is Shopping a $2M Fund for JLG’s Administration · City Cast DC

A Major Foundation Is Shopping a $2M Fund for JLG’s Administration · City Cast DC

The proposal has unsettled some in the philanthropic community and raises questions about transparency.

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Marc Fisher@mffisherOct 30
Excellent scoop by @jackiepeiser -- DC foundation looking to raise millions to shape Janeese Lewis George's mayoral transition. dc.citycast.fm/dc-politics/w…
A Major Foundation Is Shopping a $2M Fund for JLG’s Administration · City Cast DC

A Major Foundation Is Shopping a $2M Fund for JLG’s Administration · City Cast DC

The proposal has unsettled some in the philanthropic community and raises questions about transparency.

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Jordan Weissmann
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Replying to @michaelschaffer @jackiepeiser @Janeese4DC
You mean $2M!
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