FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 14, 2026
Washington Teachers’ Union Endorses Brian Schwalb For Attorney General
Washington, D.C. —The Washington Teachers’ Union (WTU) proudly announces its endorsement of Brian L. Schwalb for Attorney General of the District of Columbia in the upcoming 2026 Democratic Primary. This endorsement reflects WTU’s commitment to supporting leaders who uphold the law, protect workers, and ensure that educators, students, and families are treated fairly across all eight wards.
Attorney General Schwalb has demonstrated a strong record of defending the public interest and standing up for school communities. Under his leadership, the Office of the Attorney General has taken decisive action to protect international educators from exploitation, enforce labor laws, and support programs that address chronic absenteeism and student safety. His work reflects a deep understanding of the challenges facing DC families and the importance of safe, stable, and well‑supported schools.
“District leaders must value and support educators, understand classroom realities, respect the collective bargaining process, strive to achieve equity across all eight wards, and enact laws and policies that support students, teachers and their respective families,” Schwalb said.
As Attorney General, Schwalb has prioritized:
- Protecting international educators and school communities by securing restitution for more than 60 educators and affirming that DCPS should use all lawful avenues to retain talented H‑1B educators so they can continue contributing to DC schools.
- Supporting safe passage and student well‑being through strong enforcement of the STEER Act and prevention‑focused programs like ATTEND, which address chronic absenteeism through mediation and support rather than punishment.
- Ensuring legal compliance and accountability across DC agencies, including in special education, child welfare, and school‑related matters, and issuing guidance to protect immigrant students and families from unlawful federal enforcement actions.
WTU President Laura Fuchs stated:
“Brian is a tireless advocate for District residents, and his commitment to serving DC residents is clear in his leadership, priorities, and results. At a time when so much is at stake, we need an Attorney General who is experienced, principled, and deeply invested in the future of DC. Educators look forward to continuing to work with Brian and his office to ensure that teachers, students, and families have the support they need to thrive. We are proud to support Brian Schwalb for a second term as Attorney General.”
The WTU urges all members and community stakeholders to vote in the DC Democratic Primary on June 16, 2026, and support Brian Schwalb for Attorney General.
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About the Washington Teachers’ Union
The WTU represents more than 6,000 active and retired teachers. It is dedicated to social and educational justice for the students of the District of Columbia and to improving the quality of support, resources, compensation and working conditions for the public servants and proud teachers who educate our students in D.C. Public Schools. Learn more at www.WTULocal6.net.
For media inquiries, contact:
Akua Tay
Communications Specialist
Washington Teachers’ Union
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (202) 412-8008
Rebekah Kenitzer
Campaign Manager
Brian for DC 2026
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (719) 649-5203
Website: BrianForDC.com