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Trump Deepens Federal Control in D.C. as Arrests Climb and Bowser Reports Steep Crime Drop

The White House is pushing a broader model, including expanded prosecutions, a new hiring portal, Guard rapid‑response training, plus planning for deployments to other cities.

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Overview

  • Attorney General Pam Bondi said the D.C. operation has produced 1,178 arrests and 123 illegal guns seized as of Wednesday.
  • D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser credited the federal surge with an 87% drop in carjackings and a 15% decline in overall crime for a recent 20‑day period, while condemning ICE tactics and questioning the value of out‑of‑state Guard troops.
  • An executive order directs more federal prosecutions in the district, launches a portal to recruit for federal law‑enforcement roles, and tasks the Pentagon with training National Guard units and standing up a quick‑reaction force for civil disturbances.
  • Trump said he is working with Republican leaders on a comprehensive crime bill, and reporting indicates DHS, ICE and CBP agents are slated to operate in the Chicago area from Sept. 2–30, as the Transportation Department moves to reclaim and secure Union Station in Washington.
  • Polling shows 81% of Americans view big‑city crime as a major problem, yet surveys find the public split over federal control of local police and Guard patrols in Washington.