Cole Allen appears in court as White House blames critics for demonising the president
Games developer named as man who attempted to enter dinner attended by Trump
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When author, chef and TV host Pati Jinich arrived in DC, Mexican restaurants were almost non-existent. Today, they are thriving. She brings us on a tour
First major setback for 90,000 sq ft white and gold project since East Wing was demolished in October
Author and journalist George Pendle loves the bombast of the world’s largest library. He takes us behind the scenes
Critics say US president wants to turn affordable facilities into upmarket properties in line with his private ones
Its wealthy suburbs are a draw for those seeking proximity to the Trump administration’s decision makers
Performing arts centre’s board votes to rename events hub
The C&O towpath takes you from Georgetown to Great Falls Park, where the Potomac River runs wild and commuters, hikers and kayakers roam
Forget what you’ve heard about Washington nightlife. There’s a Latin scene, a queer scene, underground techno, old-school R&B — and you can still be home by 3am
These books span philosophy, fiction and insider gossip — together, they help contextualise Washington at a tumultuous time
US Department of Justice says investigation is ongoing and more charges could be forthcoming
Reporter Alex Rogers asked a bartender for his favourite drink in town. One recommendation led to another. By the sixth bar, he’d uncovered the true spirit of Washingtonian hospitality
‘I’m telling you, we have one of the best food scenes in the country,’ says the chef and humanitarian, who has called the city home for more than 30 years
Ariella Budick takes us on a scavenger hunt through the museums she loves in America’s capital
In Trump’s Washington, espresso Martinis, beef tallow and members’ clubs have replaced puritanical dinners and warm white reception wine
Two members of guard in critical condition and suspect from Afghanistan in custody after attack near White House
Our reporters’ guide to the dining, art, music, nightlife and natural beauty that make the nation’s capital much more than just a political hub
FT Globetrotter is launching a new city guide! In this short survey, help us map the real DC — and share your best advice for visiting
A nation once defined by experimentation risks turning its buildings — and culture — into a nostalgic echo
Mayor Muriel Bowser acknowledges crime ‘spike’ in 2023 but says there has been a sharp decline since
Addition to historic mansion to be paid for by US president and ‘patriotic donors’, says administration
Lawyer who defended Jared Kushner and Bill Clinton has ‘never been as concerned’
