Senator Rick Scott and Charlie Kirk Advocate for BOWSER Act to End D.C. Home Rule

Washington, D.C. – Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) is actively campaigning for the passage of the Bringing Oversight to Washington and Safety to Every Resident (BOWSER) Act, a controversial piece of legislation aimed at repealing the District of Columbia’s Home Rule. Senator Scott recently reiterated his support alongside conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, as highlighted in a tweet by Mike Lee.

The BOWSER Act, primarily introduced by Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) and Representative Andy Ogles (R-TN) in February 2025, seeks to revoke the District of Columbia Home Rule Act, which has granted D.C. residents limited self-governance since 1973. Proponents of the bill argue that it is a necessary step to address rising crime rates and perceived mismanagement within the nation's capital. Senator Lee's office stated the bill was introduced "in response to the mayor and city council’s failure to prevent violent crime, corruption, and voting by non-citizens."

Senator Scott has consistently voiced concerns regarding public safety in Washington, D.C., advocating for increased federal oversight. His social media activity includes reposting content from Senator Mike Lee, explicitly supporting the BOWSER Act and the call to "End D.C. Home Rule." This aligns with a broader Republican push for federal intervention in D.C.'s local affairs, particularly concerning crime and governance.

Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, a prominent conservative youth organization, has also been a vocal critic of D.C.'s local governance and a proponent of increased federal control. His involvement in advocating for the BOWSER Act underscores the alignment of certain conservative media figures and political leaders on this issue. The collaboration between Senator Scott and Kirk aims to galvanize support for the legislation among their respective audiences.

If passed, the BOWSER Act would significantly alter the governance structure of Washington, D.C., potentially stripping the city of its elected mayor and city council, and placing control directly back under Congress. The legislation faces considerable opposition from D.C. residents and local leaders who view it as an infringement on their right to self-determination.