On the recordMarch 21, 2021
The text of the District Clause is clear. Congress has complete, and the witness has testified, absolute authority over the district.
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congress.govThe text of the District Clause is clear. Congress has complete, and the witness has testified, absolute authority over the district.
Norton asserts Congress's absolute authority over the District of Columbia.
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