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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 22h

Our settlement requires Welch to pay $1.7 million in penalties and worker restitution. It also requires Welch to overhaul its practices to comply with District law. The company will ensure all workers on its DC projects are correctly classified through payroll reports and subcontractor audits.

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 22h

We sued Welch, general contractor Whiting-Turner, and three labor brokers in 2024. Our lawsuit alleged that the five companies avoided paying taxes into critical safety net programs and cheated hundreds of workers out of wages and benefits by misclassifying them as independent contractors.

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 22h

WORKER WIN: Welch will pay $1.7 million for its role in a widespread, illegal worker misclassification scheme. Welch's construction projects included the City Ridge development in Ward 3. We are rooting out misclassification from DC and getting money back for the workers who earned it.

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Traces of these Native American sites have been uncovered all across DC — from the hills of Van Ness and Chevy Chase to the riverbanks of the Potomac and the Anacostia. On Indigenous Peoples Day, we honor the Piscataway, the Nacotchtank (Anacostans), and all who first made the District their home.

Sketch of the District of Columbia map indicating the location of Native American villages, quarry sites, archeological sites, and ossuaries.

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Before the government buildings, federal monuments, expansive streetscapes, and residential neighborhoods of present-day DC, this land was lined with Native American villages, quarries, burial mounds, and hunting and fishing sites for thousands of years.

Horizontal, rectangular landscape painting depicting waterfalls with large rocky outcropping at their center. River bends at falls, flowing from background right to foreground right. Large tree frames left side. Dark clouds at upper right. Sun shining at left. Relatively high horizon with land sloping down to right.

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WAMU 88.5 @wamu.org · 08/10/2026

This week on the Politics Hour, WAMU's Maryland reporter Jenny Abamu talks about The Sphere, the governor's race, and Prince George's County politics. Plus, D.C. Attorney General Brian Schwalb on why he's prioritizing housing conditions.

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

What an honor to join @auwcl.bsky.social and its renowned Stephen S. Weinstein Advocacy Program for a meaningful conversation on the intersection of law, public policy, and community impact. Thank you for the warm welcome and brilliant questions, Eagles! 🦅🦅🦅

Attorney General Schwalb poses for a photo with Professor Goode Works.

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

DC, we went all the way to the US Supreme Court to protect your right to vote by mail. Now, it’s your turn to exercise your right by voting in the General Election.

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

It matters to young people when we see their impact and believe in their future. Nominate a DC resident between the ages of 14-24 for a Right Direction Award: oag.dc.gov/RDA

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Ward 7 resident Sehree Mickel knew something was wrong when her Prime packages were arriving slower than her friends in other parts of DC. So she filed a complaint with our office. Her complaint launched an investigation that led to $7.25 million in refunds for her and thousands of her neighbors.

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

A big part of my job as Attorney General is to ensure companies operating in DC treat our residents fairly. At a time when so many in DC are struggling, I will not allow anyone to take advantage of our communities. No corporation, no matter how rich or powerful, is above the law — not even Amazon.

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Amazon will pay $7.25 million in refunds to Ward 7 and Ward 8 residents who were excluded and $1 million in penalties. Critically, Amazon has lifted its delivery exclusions for ZIP codes 20019 and 20020. It will also be required to notify customers and DC if it makes similar changes in the future.

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

That's wrong, and it crossed a serious line. We sued Amazon in 2024 — alleging it violated District consumer protection laws. Today, we asked the Court to approve an $8.25 million settlement that provides refunds to impacted residents and implements safeguards to prevent this from happening again.

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

The company says that it made the change for safety purposes. But here is the problem: Amazon never told people in these ZIP codes they were being excluded. So for years, DC residents in ZIP codes 20019 and 20020 were deceived into paying full Prime rates while receiving inferior services.

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Amazon knew this could slow down deliveries, but it covertly did it anyway. Then, delivery speeds in these ZIP codes plummeted. In 2021, over 72% of Prime packages in 20019 and 20020 were delivered within two days of check-out. By 2023, only 25% of Prime packages were delivered within two days.

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Here is what happened. Amazon heavily promotes same-day, one-day, and two-day delivery speeds in its ads for Prime. But in 2022, Amazon secretly decided to stop using its trucks to make Prime deliveries in ZIP codes 20019-20 and only service these areas with third-party delivery like UPS and USPS.

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

NEW: Amazon will refund thousands of Prime members in Wards 7 and 8 for secretly excluding them from full delivery services. The exclusions have now been lifted, and Amazon will also be required to change its practices. No corporation is too big to be held accountable for deceiving DC residents.

Satellite map of the District of Columbia showing excluded zip codes 20020 and 20019.

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

JUST IN: We secured a Preliminary Injunction ordering urgent security measures at this property. The Court credited our evidence and the testimony of a tenant, MPD officer, and the ANC Commissioner about the criminal activity being facilitated at 1828 Q Street SE and the need to quickly abate it.

Page 1 of the Court's preliminary injunction order, which is linked below as a PDF.

Page 2 of the Court's preliminary injunction order, which is linked below as a PDF.

Page 3 of the Court's preliminary injunction order, which is linked below as a PDF.

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American University Washington College of Law @auwcl.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

The AUWCL Stephen S. Weinstein Advocacy Program proudly welcomes @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social for “An Afternoon with an Advocate,” a conversation on law, equity, public service, and community impact. Lunch provided. RSVP: tinyurl.com/Schwalb-Event

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

By law, property owners in DC must take basic steps to keep their buildings safe. While we always try to work collaboratively with owners out of court, we won’t hesitate to take legal action when they refuse to address persistent criminal conduct at their buildings.

washingtonpost.com

He raised alarms about an apartment building. A lawsuit may bring changes.

The attorney general’s office said the conditions at 1828 Q Street SE violate the Nuisance Act and alleged that its owners failed to secure the building to stop crime.

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

⚠️ Heads up for student loan borrowers! ⚠️ Borrowers who enroll in autopay payments by September 30 will receive a 1% interest rate reduction — up from the current 0.25% reduction. The 1% rate reduction will last until June 2028 and is available for loans made after July 1, 2012.

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Thank you for all the birthday wishes today, DC! I’m so thankful for another year fighting for the city I love.

AG Schwalb smiles and poses with a "Happy Birthday" sign in his office.

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Thank you to the tenants who bravely testified and provided statements to the Court about their living conditions. We're also grateful for our partnership with DOB. OAG will continue to monitor and litigate this case to ensure these critical repairs are made. Court order: oag.dc.gov/DeltaPearlTRO

oag.dc.gov

Attorney General Schwalb Sues Owner and Manager of Ward 5 Affordable Apartment Building for Extreme and Pervasive Disrepair

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

JUST IN: The Court has issued a Temporary Restraining Order requiring urgent repairs at Delta Pearl. It orders defendants to: — Fix the AC system — Repair both elevators — Clear trash and debris — Remove the graffiti — Address rodent and pest infestations — Repair broken locks and enhance security

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

For the 10th year, we are celebrating exceptional young people in DC with our Right Direction Awards! 🥇 Do you know a young person in the District (ages 14-24) who is making a positive impact in our communities? Please nominate them at oag.dc.gov/RDA by Friday, October 9!

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Our lawsuit seeks to compel the owners to take urgent measures to address the criminal activity. We are asking the court to order the owners to secure all units, install cameras and lights, hire guards, and clear blight. The tenants, nearby neighbors, and surrounding schools deserve to be safe.

oag.dc.gov

Attorney General Schwalb Sues Property Owner for Allowing Apartment Complex to Become Hotbed of Criminal Activity

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

The property is overrun with squatters and is widely known as a location for drug sales — alarming neighbors. It is located within blocks of three DCPS schools. Yet the owners have repeatedly failed to take basic security measures to address these dangers, like securing entrances and vacant units.

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Law enforcement has made multiple drug arrests and has responded to more than 190 calls for service at the property in 2026 alone. A pregnant tenant with three kids regularly witnesses individuals smoking crack cocaine outside her unit. The toxic fumes often seep into the family’s apartment.

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

NEW: We are suing the owners of a Fairlawn building under the Nuisance Act. The Ward 8 property has become a hotbed for drug distribution and other criminal activity after the owners repeatedly failed to take basic security measures. The conditions endanger tenants, neighbors, and nearby schools.

Photo of building exterior, 1828 Q Street SE

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DC Public Library @dcpubliclibrary.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Hispanic Heritage Month is here, and there's plenty happening at the library. Celebrate the stories, culture, creativity and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities with events happening throughout the month. bit.ly/3Lj1e6Q

A colorful flyer for Hispanic Heritage Month, dated September 15 to October 15. It lists events including:

- Sept 18: Family Movie Double Feature - "Encanto" & "Book of Life" at Mt. Pleasant Library, 11 a.m.
- Sept 19: Family Movie - "Encanto" at Avon Capitol View, 1 p.m.
- Sept 17: Pages on the Path Walking Audiobook Club - "The House on Mango Street" at Southwest Library, 10 a.m.
- Sept 21: Maker Lab | Paper Molas at Parklands-Turner Library, 5 p.m.
- Sept 19: Calendars and Clocks Book Club - "The Five Wounds" at MLK Library, 6:30 p.m.
- Sept 22: Book Talk with Jared Lemus | "Guatemalan Rhapsody: Stories" at Mt. Pleasant Library, 1 p.m.

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

"Rooted, ready, and rising!" ⬆️ It was inspiring to join leaders from across the nation at the CBC Foundation’s #ALC55 to discuss our collective efforts to ensure that every ballot is counted this November. We are fighting to uphold free and fair elections as the bedrock of our democracy.

AG Schwalb speaks on stage during panel discussions at ALC55.

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The Washington Sun Metro @washsunmetro.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Two D.C. landlords have agreed to pay $9.3M to resolve claims that they “illegally conspired” to inflate rents across the thousands of apartments they own across the city www.washingtonsun.com/metro/dc-land…

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Two D.C. Landlords Settle Rent Inflation Lawsuit for $9.3 Million

JBG Smith and Mid-America Apartments were accused of conspiring to keep rents "artificially high."

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

This is a 40-state settlement that delivers $694 million in cash restitution and debt forgiveness to consumers nationwide. It includes strong injunctive terms like price caps, enhanced disclosures, and off-ramps for failing loans designed to prevent further abuses. More on the settlement:

oag.dc.gov

Attorney General Schwalb Announces Subprime Auto Lender Will Pay $380,000 for Taking Advantage of DC Car Buyers

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Usually, when a lender lends you money, it's because they think you will be able to pay it back. Not in this case. CAC made auto loans to people it knew couldn't afford them — then profited as they lost their cars and drowned in debt. It also let car dealers inflate loan costs with hidden add-ons.

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

CONSUMER WIN: We recovered $380,000 from a subprime auto lender that took advantage of DC car buyers. Credit Acceptance Corporation (CAC) will pay $250,000 in cash restitution and over $130,000 in penalties for its conduct. We are also requiring major changes to protect consumers moving forward.

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Washington City Paper @wcp.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Two D.C. landlords will pay a total of $9.3 million to settle an antirust lawsuit filed by D.C. Attorney General Brian Schwalb in 2023. The suit alleges the companies used RealPage to conspire to keep rents artificially high.

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Two Landlords Will Pay $9.3 Million in RealPage Price-Fixing Scheme

JBG Smith and Mid-America Apartments have agreed to a settlement in the lawsuit alleging companies conspired to keep rents artificially high.

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

We are resharing this alert because third-party energy companies continue to target DC residents with aggressive sales practices. Remember: 1️⃣ You are not required to show anyone your energy bill. 2️⃣ Companies claim they will save you money but then often end up charging higher rates in the long run.

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

I am deeply saddened by the passing of former DC Attorney General Irvin B. Nathan. Irv was a principled defender of the District, resolved several federal consent decrees, recovered millions in unpaid business taxes, and founded the Ruff Fellowship Program. We are forever grateful for his service.

In Memoriam: Irvin B. Nathan
DC Attorney General (2011-2014)
Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia

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Zara Norman @zaraleinorman.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Two D.C. landlords have agreed to pay $9.3 million to resolve claims that they “illegally conspired” to inflate rents across the thousands of apartments they own across the city, per @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social. Story in @washsunmetro.bsky.social: www.washingtonsun.com/metro/dc-lan...

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Two D.C. Landlords Settle Rent Inflation Lawsuit for $9.3 Million

JBG Smith and Mid-America Apartments were accused of conspiring to keep rents "artificially high."

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

These are the fourth and fifth settlements we secured in our lawsuit against RealPage and the 14 landlords that colluded to hike DC rents. We secured over $11.7 million so far and won changes to make DC's housing market fairer. We will not stop until all remaining defendants are held accountable.

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Now, JBG Smith and MAA will pay a combined $9.3 million to the District for payments to impacted residents, penalties, and legal fees. They will also reform their policies to stop using anticompetitive software to set rents. And they will refrain from encouraging others to use such software.

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

We sued RealPage and 14 corporate landlords in 2023 for operating like a housing cartel. The landlords shared non-public rental data through RealPage's centralized price-setting algorithm to artificially hike rents on more than 50,000 apartments. The scheme worsened DC's affordability crisis.

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DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

NEW: We secured settlements with two more DC landlords that were involved in RealPage's rent-fixing scheme. JBG Smith will pay $8.1 million and MAA will pay $1.2 million to impacted residents and the District. Both companies will also be banned from using anticompetitive software to inflate rents.

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