After weeks of delay and uncertainty, the Mayor has finally submitted her Fiscal Year 2026 budget proposal to the District’s Chief Financial Officer. We now expect the proposal to come to the Council the week of May 26 for us to begin our budget oversight process and analysis.

The Commanders have a rich history and a years-long cultural legacy. But the fact remains that the District cannot afford to spend $1 billion in taxpayer money on a sports stadium for a privately held team.