Political Quotes

Eleanor Holmes Norton: “While Congress has Constitutional authority to legislate on local D.C. matters, it does not have a Constitutional duty…”

On the recordOctober 11, 2023
While Congress has Constitutional authority to legislate on local D.C. matters, it does not have a Constitutional duty to do so.
Said by
Eleanor Holmes Norton
Democratic · District of Columbia

Editor's note · Context

Norton argues that Congress is not obligated to legislate on local D.C. issues.

Share

More from Eleanor Holmes Norton

Jul 21, 2025

I will use every tool at my disposal to stop these riders from becoming law, and I commit to reminding my fellow lawmakers across the aisle that D.C. residents deserve the same consideration as their own constituents at every opportunity.

newrepublic.com
May 12, 2026

I believe this bill strikes the middle ground, while showing Congress' support for LGBTQ+ individuals.

congress.gov
Jul 9, 2026

D.C.'s local courts have faced chronic judicial vacancies for far too long, delaying justice for residents and placing an unnecessary strain on the administration of our local court system.

vanhollen.senate.gov
Aug 7, 2026

Because there is no limit on how long personal information can be exploited, Congress must protect these federal employees and contractors in perpetuity.

warner.senate.gov

Other voices in this conversation