Senate Panel Advances RFK Stadium Bill

A Senate panel has advanced a bill aimed at facilitating the Washington Commanders' potential return to D.C. by granting the city control over the RFK Stadium site, with a 17-2 vote. The bill, which has bipartisan support and was previously passed by the House, allows for the development of a new stadium along with commercial and residential spaces. Controversy arose from Senator Steve Daines regarding the team's former logo, but he has since expressed support for the bill following discussions with the Wetzel family. D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser emphasized the importance of transforming the RFK site into a vibrant community hub. The bill will be voted on by the full Senate before Congress adjourns on January 3, 2025. Meanwhile, Maryland and Virginia are also in contention as potential new homes for the team, indicating a competitive landscape for the Commanders' future.