DC Mayor Bowser and President-elect Trump Discuss Shared Goals in 'Great Meeting'

Despite a history of public clashes, Bowser expressed optimism about collaborating with Trump on revitalizing Washington, DC during his second term.

Washington, DC Mayor Muriel Bowser met with President-elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago to discuss shared priorities for his upcoming term.
Bowser highlighted areas of potential collaboration, including addressing underutilized federal buildings, improving infrastructure, and revitalizing parks and green spaces.
The meeting comes after years of strained relations, with Trump previously criticizing DC's crime rates and threatening a federal takeover of the city during his campaign.
Bowser expressed optimism about working with Trump to restore the city’s economy, including efforts to bring federal workers back to the office to support local businesses and transit systems.
DC has recently seen significant improvements in public safety, with crime rates falling to a 30-year low in 2024, following reforms and increased use of technology.