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April 2, 2026

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DC LATINO CAUCUS ENDORSES BRIAN SCHWALB FOR REELECTION AS ATTORNEY GENERAL FOR THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

The Caucus Backs Schwalb for Reelection Citing His Work on Important Issues Impacting DC’s Latino Community

Washington, DC – The DC Latino Caucus is endorsing Brian Schwalb in his reelection bid for Attorney General of the District of Columbia. As a key channel for advocacy on issues facing DC’s Latino community and engagement in civic and political activities within the DMV, Caucus members voted overwhelmingly to support Schwalb’s candidacy. 

“The DC Latino Caucus is proud to endorse Brian Schwalb for a second term as the District’s Attorney General. Brian is a fierce and tireless advocate for the most pressing issues impacting DC’s Latino community—including workers’ rights, housing affordability, and immigration. Most importantly, Brian personifies the kind of courage and leadership the District needs during these unprecedented times. That is why we are supporting Brian for reelection,” said Vanessa Lopez, President of the Caucus. 

Schwalb stated, “I’m honored to be endorsed by the DC Latino Caucus and grateful for the support of DC’s Latino community, whose diversity and valuable contributions strengthen our city and make it one of the best places to live and work. Now more than ever, I am committed to sustained engagement with Latino community members and leaders to ensure the Office of the Attorney General is a trusted resource, advancing public safety, affordability, and opportunity for all.” 

The Caucus joins a growing list of organizations that have endorsed Schwalb for a second term as the District’s Attorney General:

  • Jews United for Justice Campaign Fund
  • Sierra Club
  • Baltimore-D.C. Metro Building Trades Council
  • International Association of Firefighters Local 36
  • International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 26
  • Ironworkers Local 5
  • Metropolitan Washington Council AFL-CIO
  • Mid-Atlantic Pipe Trades Association
  • United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry
  • United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America
  • UNITE HERE Local 25

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Sworn into office on January 1, 2023, Brian Schwalb currently serves as the second independent, elected Attorney General for the District of Columbia. Brian is a Democrat and third-generation Washingtonian. As Attorney General, Brian is dedicated to using the law to make DC safer, stronger and more affordable for everyone who lives in DC, to protecting DC Home Rule and local autonomy, and to preserving the rule of law. Learn more about Schwalb’s reelection campaign at www.brianfordc.com.

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