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Fiery House Oversight Hearing Sees Lawmakers Clash Over DC Crime, Federal Intervention

Fiery House Oversight Hearing Sees Lawmakers Clash Over DC Crime, Federal Intervention

Fiery House Oversight Hearing Sees Lawmakers Clash Over DC Crime, Federal Intervention A contentious House Oversight Committee hearing yesterday saw lawmakers and District of Columbia officials engage in heated debates over crime rates, federal intervention, and the city’s autonomy. The session, held on September 18, 2025, quickly devolved into partisan clashes, most notably an explosive exchange between Democratic Rep. Rashida Tlaib and Republican Rep. Byron Donalds. DC Mayor Muriel Bowser, along with DC Council Chair Phil Mendelson and Attorney General…

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Two Juveniles Charged in DC Congressional Intern’s Murder, Third Suspect Still at Large

Two Juveniles Charged in DC Congressional Intern’s Murder, Third Suspect Still at Large

Two Juveniles Charged in DC Congressional Intern’s Murder, Third Suspect Still at Large Washington D.C. authorities have announced the arrest of two 17-year-olds in connection with the fatal shooting of 21-year-old congressional intern Eric Tarpinian-Jachym. U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro confirmed the arrests on Friday, September 5, 2025, stating that Jalen Lucas and Kelvin Thomas Jr. have been charged with first-degree murder and will be prosecuted as adults. Tarpinian-Jachym, an intern for Rep. Ron Estes, was…

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Federal Judge Slams ‘Most Illegal Search’ in DC Amid Trump’s Law Enforcement Crackdown

Federal Judge Slams ‘Most Illegal Search’ in DC Amid Trump’s Law Enforcement Crackdown

Federal Judge Slams ‘Most Illegal Search’ in DC Amid Trump’s Law Enforcement Crackdown A federal judge in Washington D.C. has vehemently dismissed a weapons case, labeling the underlying search as “without a doubt the most illegal search I’ve ever seen in my life.” U.S. Magistrate Judge Zia Faruqui expressed his outrage from the bench, stating he was “absolutely flabbergasted” by the incident. The dismissal comes as the nation’s capital faces heightened scrutiny, with President Trump having recently ordered National Guard…

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JD Vance Heckled During DC National Guard Photo Op Amidst ‘Free DC!’ Chants

JD Vance Heckled During DC National Guard Photo Op Amidst ‘Free DC!’ Chants

JD Vance Heckled During DC National Guard Photo Op Amidst ‘Free DC!’ Chants Senator JD Vance faced strong public disapproval, including boos and chants of “Free DC!”, during a recent photo opportunity with National Guard troops at Union Station in Washington. The incident occurred as Vance, accompanied by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller, distributed hamburgers to troops deployed last week by former President Donald Trump. Vance addressed the troops, stating, “We appreciate…

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DC Crime Emergency: Unpacking the Data Amidst Conflicting Claims

DC Crime Emergency: Unpacking the Data Amidst Conflicting Claims

DC Crime Emergency: Unpacking the Data Amidst Conflicting Claims Washington D.C. finds itself at the center of a heated debate over crime statistics, fueled by a recent declaration of a crime emergency by President Trump and a subsequent deployment of the National Guard. Just a week after federal troops began patrolling D.C. streets, the White House continues to assert that crime in the capital is “out of control,” pointing to a 2024 homicide rate that nearly doubled 2012 figures. However,…

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Former DOJ Employee Charged with Felony Assault After Viral DC Sandwich Incident

Former DOJ Employee Charged with Felony Assault After Viral DC Sandwich Incident

Former DOJ Employee Charged with Felony Assault After Viral DC Sandwich Incident A former Department of Justice employee, Sean Charles Dunn, 37, has been charged with felony assault on a federal officer following a viral incident in Washington D.C. where he allegedly threw a sandwich at a US Customs and Border Protection officer. The US Attorney General, Pam Bondi, confirmed Dunn’s termination from his role as an international affairs specialist in the DOJ’s criminal division, stating, “If you touch any…

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DC Man Arrested After Allegedly Throwing Sandwich at Federal Agent Amidst Increased Patrols

DC Man Arrested After Allegedly Throwing Sandwich at Federal Agent Amidst Increased Patrols

DC Man Arrested After Allegedly Throwing Sandwich at Federal Agent Amidst Increased Patrols A Washington D.C. man has been arrested and charged with assault after allegedly throwing a sandwich at a federal law enforcement official. The incident occurred amidst heightened federal law enforcement presence in the nation’s capital, a measure ordered by the White House. Sean Charles Dunn, 37, reportedly approached a group of U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents late Sunday. According to a police affidavit, Dunn pointed a…

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Fact Check: D.C. Homicide Rates Show Significant Decline, Debunking Trump’s Claims

Fact Check: D.C. Homicide Rates Show Significant Decline, Debunking Trump’s Claims

Fact Check: D.C. Homicide Rates Show Significant Decline, Debunking Trump’s Claims Recent data from Washington, D.C.’s Metropolitan Police Department directly contradicts claims made by former President Donald Trump regarding the city’s homicide rate. Despite Trump’s assertion that D.C.’s rate was ’41 per 100,000′ and the ‘No.1 that we can find anywhere in the world,’ current statistics paint a different picture, highlighting a substantial decrease in violent crime. As of August 2025, year-to-date homicide figures for Washington, D.C. stand at 99,…

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Trump Renews Calls for Federal DC Takeover After Attack on Former ‘DOGE’ Official

Trump Renews Calls for Federal DC Takeover After Attack on Former ‘DOGE’ Official

Trump Renews Calls for Federal DC Takeover After Attack on Former ‘DOGE’ Official President Donald Trump has reiterated his threat to impose federal control over Washington D.C. following the attempted carjacking and beating of Edward Coristine, a prominent figure from his administration’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Coristine, known as “Big Balls” for his role in slashing federal bureaucracy, was assaulted around 3 a.m. Sunday in the city’s Logan Circle neighborhood by a group of teenagers. Police intervened as the…

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