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Brian Footer Rallies Ward 1 Neighbors at Campaign Kickoff, Outlines Vision for Affordable Housing, Thriving Small Businesses, and Safer Streets
The campaign to elect Brian Footer to the DC Council representing Ward 1 hosted a kickoff event with supporters from across Park View, Adams Morgan, Columbia Heights, LeDroit Park, U Street, and beyond. Brian delivered a rousing speech pledging to “make Ward 1 one of the best places to live and do business in the city.”

Statement from Brian Footer Campaign on Congress’ Direct Threat to DC, Our Youth, and Long-Term Public Safety
The campaign to elect Brian Footer to the DC Council representing Ward 1 released a statement condemning the passage of two destructive bills in the US House – the D.C. Crimes Act and the D.C. Juvenile Sentencing Reform Act. Stating the measures undermine our local governance, erode proven juvenile justice practices, and risk long-term public safety in Washington, D.C.

Statement from Brian Footer Campaign on President Trump’s Federal Takeover of D.C.
The campaign to elect Brian Footer to the DC Council representing Ward 1 released a statement condemning President Trump’s federal takeover of MPD and deployment of the National Guard that ignores falling crime rates and undermines community policing. D.C. needs statehood to protect our right to self-govern, make critical investments in public safety, and ensure our residents’ voices cannot be silenced by political stunts.

Brian Footer Campaign Surpasses Expectations in First Fundraising Report, Demonstrates Strong Grassroots Momentum
The campaign to elect Brian Footer to the DC Council representing Ward 1 proudly announced today the results of its first financial filing with the Office of Campaign Finance, showcasing the power of community-driven support and a groundswell of early momentum.