Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser unveils her last budget, proposing to cut spending

Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser released her final municipal budget proposal totaling $21.2 billion before departing office. The spending plan emphasizes fiscal restraint through strategic reductions across city departments while maintaining essential services. This budget marks a significant moment in Bowser's administration, reflecting her approach to managing the capital's finances during economic uncertainty and setting the foundation for her successor's priorities.