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Some lawmakers were divided over a proposal being voted on by the U.S. House that would allow D.C. to spearhead new development at the RFK stadium site in hopes of luring the Washington Commanders back to D.C.

The U.S. House passed a bill that would pave the way for D.C. to develop the RFK Stadium site, but the Senate must still approve it.

House debating bill to give District control of RFK Stadium site

Advocates see it as a first step toward redeveloping the site

The House voted Wednesday to pass a bill that would allow D.C. to redevelop the old RFK site, a move widely seen as opening the door for construction of a new stadium for the Washington Commanders.

The District is one step closer to gaining control of RFK Stadium after the House voted to move forward with a bill that allows D.C. to decide what to do with the property.

Maryland lawmakers, typically allies of D.C., this time are competing with the District for the chance to host a new football stadium for the Washington Commanders.

Rep. Glenn Ivey highlights the pressing danger of cyberattacks on US communication infrastructure, emphasizing the need for proactive cybersecurity measures.