WASHINGTON — After a marathon meeting, DC Council members have voted 11-2 to bring the Washington Commanders back to the District .

The DC Council took its second and final vote Wednesday on the $3.7 billion project to redevelop the RFK Stadium site in Ward 7. The vote authorizes the use of $1.1 billion in taxpayer money to bring the football back to D.C.

"Today is a historic day for D.C., the Commanders organization, and our fans," Commanders Managing Partner Josh Harris said of the passage. "With the Council’s approval, we can now move forward on the transformative RFK project that will bring lasting economic growth for our city ... We are deeply grateful for the warm return to the District and the center of the DMV, and look forward to officially bringing the team back to its spirit

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