What is The DC Mini Crossword?

The DC Mini Crossword is a free daily 5x5 word puzzle created by Inside DC Pulse. It tests solvers on American politics, Capitol Hill legislation, historical trivia, White House terminology, and political current events.

How often is a new DC Mini Crossword released?

A fresh puzzle is published every day at 12:00 AM EST (midnight Washington, DC time), allowing morning commuters and political junkies to start their day with a quick mental test.

Is The DC Mini Crossword free to play?

Yes, The DC Mini Crossword is completely free with no paywall, subscription requirement, or app download needed.

How do you share your DC Mini Crossword score?

Upon completing the grid, a victory modal displays your completion time and daily streak. Solvers can click 'Share Score' to copy an emoji scorecard to their clipboard for posting on X/Twitter, WhatsApp, or Slack.

THE DC MINI Today's Edition #101

Capitol Hill Daily Crossword

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1 ACROSS Presidential rejections of congressional bills (5 letters)

Tap cell twice to switch Across/Down

Across

1 Presidential rejections of congressional bills

4 Choose a representative via ballot

6 Bipartisan bridge across the aisle

7 Nine justices on First Street (abbr. variant)

8 House Committee on Standards and Conduct

Down

1 Rhyme or poem, or biblical line

2 Elect in advance; also chosen officials

3 Spilled secrets to reporters off the record

4 October surprise or October calendar entry

5 Upper chamber filibuster enders

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About The DC Mini Crossword

The DC Mini Crossword is Washington’s dedicated daily political word puzzle, produced by Inside DC Pulse. Built specifically for political junkies, congressional aides, policy analysts, and informed citizens, each 5x5 grid blends quick-witted clues on Capitol Hill procedure, Supreme Court precedents, presidential history, and breaking Beltway headlines.

Unlike generic word puzzles, every word is handpicked to reflect the pulse of American governance. Solvers can finish each mini in 90 to 120 seconds, making it the perfect cognitive warmup alongside your morning coffee.

Today's Clues Overview (Daily Edition)

Across Clues:

1 Across: Presidential rejections of congressional bills (5 letters)
4 Across: Choose a representative via ballot (5 letters)
6 Across: Bipartisan bridge across the aisle (5 letters)
7 Across: Nine justices on First Street (abbr. variant) (5 letters)
8 Across: House Committee on Standards and Conduct (5 letters)

Down Clues:

1 Down: Rhyme or poem, or biblical line (5 letters)
2 Down: Elect in advance; also chosen officials (5 letters)
3 Down: Spilled secrets to reporters off the record (5 letters)
4 Down: October surprise or October calendar entry (5 letters)
5 Down: Upper chamber filibuster enders (5 letters)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How do I play and navigate the grid?

Click or tap any square to start typing. Tap a selected cell again to toggle between Across and Down directions. Use the arrow keys or backspace on desktop, or tap through cells on your mobile device. When you fill the last correct square, the victory screen appears automatically!

Is the crossword free every day?

Yes. Inside DC Pulse does not charge for daily puzzles. The DC Mini is 100% complimentary and accessible on any smartphone, tablet, or desktop browser.

When does the puzzle refresh?

A new political puzzle is generated and published every night at 12:00 AM Eastern Time (EST). You can also practice with previous editions anytime.