Trump Threatens Federal Takeover of D.C. Amid Rising Crime and Violence

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The White House plans to increase federal law enforcement in Washington, DC, including ICE, FBI, and National Guard, following recent violence and as part of President Trump's efforts to improve safety in the city, amid discussions of deploying the National Guard and taking over the DC Police Department. Despite claims of rising crime, official data shows a decrease in violent crime in 2025 compared to last year.
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