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United States historic place and neighborhood of Washington, D.C.

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Capitol Hill: United States historic place and neighborhood of Washington, D.C.
Capitol Hill is a neighborhood in Washington, D.C., located in both Northeast D.C. and Southeast D.C.. Bounded by 14th Street SE & NE, F Street NE, Southeast Boulevard SE, South Capitol Street SE. Dominated by the United States Capitol, which sits on the highest point of Capitol Hill, it is one of the oldest historic districts in Washington. Home to around 35,000 people in just under 2 square miles (5 km2), Capitol Hill is also one of the most densely populated neighborhoods. The name "Capitol Hill" is frequently used as a metonym for the U.S. Congress.

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Republicans win 218 US House seats, giving Donald Trump and the party control of government [Video]

Republicans win 218 US House seats, giving Donald Trump and the party control of government

Trump rallied House Republicans at a Capitol Hill hotel Wednesday morning, marking his first return to Washington since the election.

Credit: euronews (in English)     Duration: 00:35Published
Washington prepares for potential violence following election results [Video]

Washington prepares for potential violence following election results

As Americans await election results, Washington is on high alert for possible violence from Trump supporters, fearing a repeat of the Capitol riots in 2021.

Credit: euronews (in English)     Duration: 01:19Published

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