Claims About a “DC Crackdown”: What’s Verified—and What to Watch For
Headlines suggesting that Donald Trump has “federalized” Washington, D.C. and produced immediate, sweeping results should be approached with caution. As of now, there is no confirmed, large-scale federal takeover of the city’s policing or governance. Washington, D.C. has a unique structure—local law enforcement is primarily handled by the Metropolitan Police Department, while federal agencies operate… CONTINUE READING »