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Commanders given final approval for D.C. return

Commanders given final approval for D.C. return

The Washington Commanders, the city's NFL franchise, have received final approval to return to Washington, D.C. after a vote by the District of Columbia Council. The council voted 11-2 in favor of the measure, which had been approved over a month ago but faced some brief uncertainty on Wednesday. The Commanders' return to the nation's capital is now officially confirmed, ending a period of uncertainty surrounding the team's future location. The decision comes after extensive discussions and negotiations between the team's ownership and local authorities. The article highlights the significance of this approval, as it paves the way for the Commanders to establish their presence back in Washington, D.C. The vote represents a crucial step in the team's plans to solidify its ties with the city and its fan base.

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