DEA chief explains how agents will integrate with DC police for federal takeover under Trump
DEA and DC Police Collaborate to Tackle Violent Crime Terry Cole, the new head of the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and the superintendent of the DC police, met with the police chief on Tuesday to discuss efforts initiated during the Trump administration aimed at reducing violent crime in Washington, D.C. “I can’t close my eyes,” […]
Federal judge dismisses Pennsylvania teen’s lawsuit concerning transgender athlete
A Pennsylvania teenager has initiated legal action after being compelled to compete against a transgender athlete. Aislin Magalengo, a cross-country and track runner from Quakertown Community High School, filed the lawsuit against the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA). The case concerns an event at Plymouth Whitemarsh High School during a September 2024 competition. In that […]
Trump is correct to reaffirm federal authority over our capital
On Monday, President Donald Trump announced plans for his administration to assume control of the police in Washington, D.C., deploying 800 National Guard troops along with a new federal law enforcement unit. At a press conference, Trump stated, “This is DC’s release day and we intend to regain our capital,” alongside key administration figures, including […]
Trump May File Lawsuit Regarding Powell’s Oversight of Federal Properties
Trump Criticizes Fed Chairman Powell On Tuesday, President Donald Trump directed criticism at Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, labeling him a “loser” in a post on social media. In his statement, Trump mentioned, “Jerome ‘too late’ Powell now has to lower his rate. Steve ‘Manuitin’ really gave him a ‘beauty’ when he pushed this loser.” […]
Jamie Raskin States Trump is Trying to ‘Get Back’ at D.C. Voters, Plans to Introduce Resolution to Stop Federal Control
Rep. Jamie Ruskin Criticizes Trump’s Federal Control Decision Rep. Jamie Ruskin (D-MD) has openly criticized President Donald Trump’s move to assert federal control over security forces in Washington, D.C., particularly in relation to deploying the National Guard. He has indicated plans to introduce a joint resolution aimed at terminating the emergency declaration soon. As a […]
Schiff criticizes Trump for using the National Guard and placing DC police under federal control
Schiff Criticism of Trump’s Actions Amid National Guard Deployment Senator Adam Schiff from California has expressed strong opposition to President Donald Trump’s strategy regarding the deployment of the National Guard and its impact on public safety in Washington, D.C. His remarks came as a trial opened concerning the deployment of California State Guard forces to […]
DC is already feeling safer, but it shouldn’t have required federal intervention.
President Trump’s initiative to oversee the Metropolitan Police Department and send 800 National Guard troops to Washington, D.C. has already started to show noticeable improvements. I spent a good portion of Monday strolling through the streets and, honestly, it felt like the city was coming back to life after years. I mean, it was refreshing. […]
D.C. councilman accused of bribery criticizes Trump’s federal intervention
Trump’s Control Over DC Law Enforcement Faces Scrutiny President Donald Trump’s recent move to take federal control of law enforcement in Washington, DC has sparked criticism from various quarters. Treyon White, a newly sworn-in member of the city council, was elected despite pending trials related to federal bribery charges set for 2026. When questioned about […]
Man fatally shot in DC’s Logan Circle following federal takeover by Trump
Shooting in Washington, D.C. After Federal Police Announcement A man was killed in a shooting in Washington, D.C. on Monday, just hours after President Donald Trump declared a federal takeover of the city’s police department. The Metropolitan Police Department reported that the victim was discovered in the 1200 block of NW 12th Avenue near Logan […]
Jeanine Pirro supports Trump’s federal oversight of DC police to address crime.
Trump’s Federal Control of DC Police Sparks Controversy Janine Pirro, a lawyer based in Washington, D.C., expressed her view that President Donald Trump’s decision to temporarily place DC police under federal control and to activate the National Guard is a significant first step in addressing crime. On “Hannity,” she emphasized the need to rally law-abiding […]