NFL Commanders Win $3.7 Billion Stadium Deal After DC Approval

The Washington Commanders are officially returning to the District of Columbia after a three-decade hiatus, with city officials approving a roughly $3.7 billion plan for a new stadium and mixed-use development on the grounds of RFK Stadium.

The DC Council passed the revised stadium bill with an 11-2 vote on Wednesday, clearing the final hurdle for the NFL team to return to its former home. Councilmembers Robert White and Brianne Nadeau voted against the motion.

“It is with great pride that I can say we are officially bringing our Commanders home and turning 180 acres of land on the banks ...