EPISODE · Feb 23, 2026 · 30 MIN
DC Pays Non-Profits Millions To Reduce Violence. Is It a Scam?
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DC’s violence interruption program has become one of the most controversial subjects in local politics. One program, Life Deeds, finds itself front and center in the upcoming corruption trial of a DC councilmember. Jenny Gathright and Megan Flynn from the Washington Post recently published a deep-dive investigation of the group and they’re here to explain. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can text us or leave a voicemail at: (202) 642-2654. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 23rd episode: Nace Law Group Johns Hopkins University Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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DC’s violence interruption program has become one of the most controversial subjects in local politics. One program, Life Deeds, finds itself front and center in the upcoming corruption trial of a DC councilmember. Jenny Gathright and Megan Flynn from the Washington Post recently published a deep-dive investigation of the group and they’re here to explain. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can text us or leave a voicemail at: (202) 642-2654. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 23rd episode: Nace Law Group Johns Hopkins University Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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DC Pays Non-Profits Millions To Reduce Violence. Is It a Scam?
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