Washington, D.C. is often mentioned as the most likely candidate for statehood alongside Puerto Rico, although Wikipedia claims that the Caribbean island is the most likely candidate. Residents of Puerto Rico are U.S. citizens, but they don’t pay taxes and are unable to vote in presidential elections.
Statehood for Washington DC?
Other states that were recently added to the United States include Hawaii and Alaska. Whether or not Washington DC will become the 51st or 52nd State is likely to happen at some point, although exactly how long it will take remains to be seen. Certain press venues including Mother Jones have even cited that President Barack Obama is a supporter of Washington DC becoming the 51st State. Many sources have also been cited that if granted statehood, the name of Washington DC would become “New Columbia.”



















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