Event Dime
This Ride Share App Keeps Pissing Off DC
Arts & Culture
- When:
- October 21, 2025 · 7:00 AM
- Where:
- City Cast DC
- Source:
- City Cast DC
The ride share app Empower has had a whirlwind few weeks. The owner was even threatened with jail time if he didn't shut down the app and now he’s back in court. So what exactly is going on with this ride share app and why has it been so controversial? Martin Austermuhle from The 51st is here to explain. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can text us or leave a voicemail at: (202) 642-2654. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening