Shoppers scramble for final Christmas gifts

WASHINGTON, D.C. (DC News Now)-Shoppers packed the sidewalks of M Street in Georgetown Sunday, as they took advantage of those last-minute sales. Retailers should also get a gift. The National Retail Federation, NRF, predicts holidays sales this year will increase between 3% and 4% from a year ago to record levels of at least $957 billion. The annual survey finds each shopper will spend $875 on presents, and other holiday-related purchases. “I’ve been making that money this year,” said Ethan Jih-Cook. “So I think I think this is the year of giving, and receiving some too. Spread the Christmas cheer all around.” But not everyone expects to spend more this year. “Honestly, less because there’s so many sales happening and…