Congress To Vote On D.C. Statehood

The video discusses the issue of 'taxation without representation' faced by Washington D.C. residents who pay federal taxes but lack voting rights in Congress. Eleanor Holmes Norton has been advocating for D.C. statehood since 1993, facing opposition primarily from Republicans who argue it would be unconstitutional without an amendment. The video highlights the political and legal challenges, practical implications, and recent events like the George Floyd protests that have intensified the debate. The proposed statehood bill is expected to pass the House but likely to fail in the Republican-controlled Senate.

What is the main issue faced by District of Columbia residents regarding their representation in Congress?

• They have more representatives than other states.

• They do not pay federal taxes.

• They pay federal taxes but lack voting representation.

• They have a voting representative in the Senate.

Who has been a key figure in introducing the DC statehood bill since 1993?

• George Floyd

• Nathaniel Reed

• Eleanor Holmes Norton

• Donald Trump

Why do some Republicans oppose DC statehood?

• They think it would be unconstitutional.

• They believe it would lead to more Republican representatives.

• They want to keep federal control over the district.

• They fear it would add more Democratic representatives.

What constitutional concern is raised about the DC statehood bill?

• It requires a constitutional amendment.

• It conflicts with the separation of powers.

• It violates the Bill of Rights.

• It would create a new federal district.

What would happen to federal buildings and monuments if DC becomes a state?

• They would remain under federal control.

• They would be controlled by the new state.

• They would be privatized.

• They would be demolished.