Commanders’ stadium pursuit stumbles as Virginia withdraws bill, D.C. council sends letter

Washington Commanders defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio talks to defensive tackle Jonathan Allen during an NFL football practice at Inova Sports Performance Center in Ashburn, Va., Wednesday, June 8, 2022. (AP Photo/Luis M. Alvarez)The Washington Commanders’ pursuit of a new stadium hit new and major obstacles Thursday as both Virginia and District officials shot down efforts to build the team a new home for at least the time being.

In Virginia, the state legislature pulled the plug on a bill that would have paved the way for the Commanders to build a stadium as the two sponsors confirmed they won’t introduce the legislation when the General Assembly reconvenes to consider the Governor’s…