DOGE: Move D.C. District Court
Center is Right
The federal government was originally established in Washington, D.C., when the United States was still concentrated along the eastern seaboard. Over time, as the nation expanded, so did the disconnect between federal leadership and the citizens it serves. To ensure the government reflects the values and needs of all Americans, it’s worth considering whether a geographic shift is necessary.
Today, the population of the United States is diverse and widely dispersed, yet the federal government remains rooted in a location that no longer represents the broader American experience. Relocating certain governmental operations to a central location could foster better representation and accessibility. Lebanon, Kansas, the geographic center of the contiguous U.S., presents a compelling alternative.
- The District of Columbia was established in 1790 when the majority of the U.S. population lived along the East Coast, and the nation had only 13 states.
- Article I, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution grants Congress the power to establish a federal district with exclusive legislative authority.
- Washington, D.C., is not a state and does not have its own state court system, relying instead on a federal district court for legal matters.
Why not Lebanon?
Washington, D.C., no longer reflects the values and interests of the entire nation. The concentration of power and influence in a single location has created a system that is increasingly detached from the perspectives of average Americans. Moving key governmental functions, such as the federal court system, to Lebanon, Kansas, would provide a more balanced and accessible alternative.
Lebanon, Kansas, is a small town with a population of under 300, but its significance extends beyond its size—it is the geographic center of the lower 48 states. This location provides a neutral and representative position for government operations, ensuring that policies are shaped with input from a wider cross-section of the American people.
By relocating the federal court system to Lebanon, Congress could establish a precedent for decentralizing power, making the government more representative and reducing the bureaucratic isolation that plagues Washington, D.C. Such a move would not only benefit the judicial system but could also set the stage for broader administrative restructuring.
- Other D.C.-based agencies, such as the FBI, could also be moved to Lebanon, Kansas, to better align with national interests.
- Departments like HUD, the Department of the Interior, the Department of Energy, and the Department of Agriculture could relocate to states where they serve the most constituents.
- Moving key agencies out of D.C. could reduce costs, improve government efficiency, and bring policymakers closer to the citizens they serve.
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by Jolene Wilson