| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| The way things generally go in Washington | ||
| Typical D.C. dealings | Premier Sunday | 22 Oct 2023 |
| Apt phrase that uses just the letters of U.S. CAPITOL | New York Times | 27 Oct 2020 |
| Campaign rhetoric | ||
| 36 Across aftermath, to the cynic | ||
| Normal Washington activity |