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Washington DC is the US capital along the Potomac River, and bordering the states of Maryland and Virginia. It\'s compact, at 68.34 square miles, and is under the jurisdiction of US Congress. Within the districts borders, the three branches of government (Executive, Legislative, and Judicial) conduct their business.
But on top of all of that, Washington DC is a city. Hospitals like The George Washington University Hospital helps keep the United States capitol running smoothly.