Looking forward to connecting with you all tonight! Don’t forget to RSVP. Come with your questions ready. 🏠📣🗣️

See you at 6pm: dccouncil-us.zoom.us/j/8591587095...

During this federal takeover, I know residents have a lot of questions and concerns. Come hear from DC government officials, MPD, and on-the-ground community organizations about the increase of the federal presence. tinyurl.com/CommunityTow...

Today I joined neighbors, advocates, and leaders at the Capitol to push back against this attempted takeover and demand it come to an end.

STATEMENT FROM COUNCILMEMBER ROBERT WHITE: URGENT CALL TO END FEDERAL OCCUPATION IN D.C.

On the front lines with the people defending DC. From the Hill to Council chambers, I’ll always show up when community calls.

Neighbors 🏡, I’m in Ward 5 tonight at Metro Bar from 5-6 PM. Let’s catch up and share ideas. ➡️ forms.gle/HE7hh6SgsG9v...

Now LIVE: dccouncil-us.zoom.us/j/8698258896...

Hey Neighbors, Quick update- the MPD Townhall will take place virtually now. Whether we are in person or online, let's be active and engaged so we can understand what the federalization of @dcpolicedept means for our community. I'm here to help. Looking forward to connecting with you.

Let’s come together for a community conversation about what’s next for our city. Join me, Ty Hobson Powell, and Yaddi, Long Live GoGo founder this Tuesday, August 19 from 7–7:30PM on IG Live.

I’m frustrated that the President is using D.C. as a political pawn, treating our city as a backdrop for national politics. It’s a contradiction to pardon those who incited the January 6 riots, then turn around and make D.C. the poster child for violent crime to push an agenda.

Statement from Councilmember Robert White on Federal Control of the Metropolitan Police Department

Hi Neighbors, Just a friendly reminder that our office will be closed starting today from August 4-8. My Office will reopen on Monday, August 11. While we are away, please visit our website for key resources and constituent services information.Looking forward to connecting with you when I return.

I voted no on the RFK deal. Not because I don’t love football. But because I love D.C. more. We just cut programs for kids & housing, now we’re spending $1B+ on a stadium? That’s not an investment. It’s a loss. And our people deserve better.

Today, over 500 residents are testifying and nearly 400 have already shared their stories and your voices matter. This isn’t just about football; it’s about fairness. I’m not a “No”. I’m a “No Unless.” Click the link in bio for full Op-Ed. #NotLikeThis #FairDealnow #RFKStadium

I want the team back in D.C..This deal is not held up. It’s moving, with a first vote set 8/1/25. That means there’s still time to include real protections. Are we okay with promises made and communities displaced? We can bring football home and protect our communities.

Let's Talk! Like many of you, I watched the Chairman announce a “new” stadium deal. We all want football back at RFK, but not if D.C. residents pay the price. This deal still gives too much, protects too little. Here’s what I’m still pushing for:⬇⬇️

COUNCILMEMBER ROBERT WHITE PUSHES BACK ON RUSHED STADIUM DEAL, CALLS FOR A FAIR DEAL THAT PUTS RESIDENTS FIRST

Councilmember Robert White Announces Housing Committee Markup of the RENTAL Act

My thoughts on #Pretrialdetention

Studies show youth held before trial are 27–33% more likely to commit future felonies. If 1,000 kids are charged and not detained, ~150 may reoffend. But if they are detained? That number jumps to 190–200, that’s 40–50 more serious crimes. Pretrial detention makes us less safe. #PeaceDC

Spending time in pretrial detention is overwhelmingly negative for defendants and can lead to job loss, homelessness, and loss of child custody. www.uscourts.gov/sites/defaul...

Before PPSE and Secure DC, 6% of defendants charged with a violent crime were arrested while on pretrial release. After Secure DC, 3% were arrested. CJCC said that this margin is too small to conclude that expanding the presumption meaningfully impacted rearrest rates. cjcc.dc.gov/sites/defaul...

In DC, 89% of people who are released pretrial aren’t arrested again before their court date www.psa.gov/sites/defaul...

Judges detained people more than 52% of the time before the Prioritizing Public Safety Emergency Amendment Act of 2023 and Secure DC were enacted. cjcc.dc.gov/sites/defaul...

Judges also already have a separate detention authority for homicide and rape. code.dccouncil.gov/us/dc/counci....

Judges already have authority to use their discretion to detain people #pretrial for violent crimes. code.dccouncil.gov/us/dc/counci...

Earlier this year, CJCC reviewed Secure DC. Due to major data gaps, they couldn’t determine if expanded pretrial detention improved safety or changed detention rates. Making it permanent without proof risks real harm. #PeaceDC #PretrialJustic

Full Statement ➡️ www.robertwhiteatlarge.com/statement-fr...

@robertwhitedc.bsky.social reminding me we all need to invest in fast twitch muscle training! Happy Pride! #worldpride 🌈

WorldPride 2025 over half a million strong! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ What an honor to work, march, and stand in community. Grateful to be here. Let’s enjoy the rest of the festivities together.

As Chair of the D.C. Council’s Committee on Housing, I am proud to announce the launch of RentRegistry, our new public database of rent-controlled apartments. This long-awaited tool is a major step toward transparency and accountability in our housing system.

I make decisions based on what I believe is right for the people most affected, even when it’s hard. I know some may disagree, and I respect that. But I won’t trade conviction for votes. #I82

It’s going to be a long night for me. I’m reading every single response from DC restaurant workers about Initiative 82—70 have come in so far. These stories are real, honest, and shaping how I think about this vote. If you work in a DC restaurant or know someone who does, please share the survey:

DC restaurant workers: I’m voting on Initiative 82 tomorrow, and I want to hear directly from you. How will this policy affect your income, stability, and future? Take this short survey and let me know: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... #DCWorkers #Initiative82 #DCProud

My thoughts on RFK🪡

Happy to be here discussing Housing!

I look forward to seeing you all today, Let’s Talk About Housing.

I’m hosting two “Let’s Talk About Housing” chats this week—one in Cleveland Park and one in Ward 7. Let’s talk about what’s working, what’s not, and how we build a housing ecosystem that works for everyone. . . . #LetsTalkHousing #DCHousing #CommunityDriven

I’m planning a Federal Workers Town Hall in DC, and I want to hear directly from you. If you’re a federal employee or a family member of one, what do you want your local government to understand about your day-to-day challenges? And what do you need right now? Let’s talk. #federalworkers #layoffs

Today, I was proud to be in the room today at the 2025 Young Men’s Conference—lifting up alternative education and real opportunities for our young brothers.

This isn’t about extra funding—it’s about keeping the money DC residents already pay in taxes for the services we rely on. Making sure our budget stays intact is the bare minimum.

Excited to see Ward 7 residents this Monday at ourTownhall! Your voice matters—let’s build a stronger, brighter community together. See you at 6 PM at the Department of Employment Services!

New week but the work continues!

Happy Monday morning! Now that we’re waiting for the House to pass the bill to fix the funding issue, what’s next for DC? We can use contingency & emergency reserves—explicitly allowed for federal issues—without violating anti-deficiency rules. Normal operations continue.

I’m on FOX 5 today talking about this fight for DC and what’s next. Tune in! @fox5dc.com.web.brid.gy

@5pm, I’ll be on WHUR with EZ Street talking about this fight for DC and what’s next. Tune in!

I’m proud of you DC!

After the last 72 hours on the Hill, I kept my promise of going to the Ward 8 ANC meeting last night. WUSA9 was there and asked about the responses we received from Senators — because people across D.C. deserve to know what’s happening and what’s at stake.