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Trump Threatens National Emergency in D.C. Over ICE Standoff as Federal Control Deepens

Trump Threatens National Emergency in D.C. Over ICE Standoff as Federal Control Deepens

Trump Threatens National Emergency in D.C. Over ICE Standoff as Federal Control Deepens President Donald Trump has escalated tensions in Washington D.C., threatening to declare a national emergency and federalize the capital after Mayor Muriel Bowser’s police department indicated it would cease cooperation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The president’s latest threat, issued on Monday, September 15, follows his August deployment of thousands of National Guard troops and federal law enforcement to the city. This move was justified as…

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Federal Government Reclaims Direct Management of D.C.’s Union Station

Federal Government Reclaims Direct Management of D.C.’s Union Station

Federal Government Reclaims Direct Management of D.C.’s Union Station The federal government, through the Department of Transportation (DOT), announced a significant shift this week, moving to reclaim direct management of Washington, D.C.’s iconic Union Station. The changes are expected to be formalized in September, marking a new chapter for the major transportation hub and national landmark. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy stated the move aims to revitalize the station, which he described as having “fallen into disrepair.” He emphasized the goal…

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ICE Detentions of D.C. Delivery Drivers Spark Community Fear and Service Disruptions

ICE Detentions of D.C. Delivery Drivers Spark Community Fear and Service Disruptions

ICE Detentions of D.C. Delivery Drivers Spark Community Fear and Service Disruptions Recent incidents in Washington, D.C., have seen delivery drivers detained by law enforcement, including agents from Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), sparking widespread concern and fear within the community and leading to noticeable disruptions in delivery services. Eyewitness accounts and video footage reveal instances where drivers, such as Sidi and Josue Mercedes Franco Cerros, were questioned about their immigration status and subsequently taken into custody, often without clear explanation…

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National Guard Deployments Expand as Trump’s DC Law Enforcement Takeover Intensifies

National Guard Deployments Expand as Trump’s DC Law Enforcement Takeover Intensifies

National Guard Deployments Expand as Trump’s DC Law Enforcement Takeover Intensifies WASHINGTON – The federal operation to assert control over Washington D.C.’s law enforcement has dramatically escalated, with three more Republican governors authorizing the deployment of National Guard troops to the nation’s capital. Mississippi, Tennessee, and Louisiana have joined the effort, bringing the total number of state troops dispatched to over 1,100 from six states, reinforcing President Donald Trump’s stated goal to crack down on crime and boost immigration enforcement….

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National Guard Surge in D.C.: Three States Deploy Troops Amid Federal Policing Takeover and Protests

National Guard Surge in D.C.: Three States Deploy Troops Amid Federal Policing Takeover and Protests

National Guard Surge in D.C.: Three States Deploy Troops Amid Federal Policing Takeover and Protests Washington D.C. is experiencing a significant escalation of federal intervention as three Republican-led states have begun deploying hundreds of National Guard members to the nation’s capital. This move, initiated over the weekend, bolsters the Trump administration’s controversial effort to overhaul policing in Washington through a federal crackdown on crime and homelessness. West Virginia is sending 300-400 Guard troops, South Carolina has pledged 200, and Ohio…

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Trump’s DC Crackdown: Unpacking the Federal Takeover and Crime Claims

Trump’s DC Crackdown: Unpacking the Federal Takeover and Crime Claims

Trump’s DC Crackdown: Unpacking the Federal Takeover and Crime Claims In a controversial move during his presidency, Donald Trump falsely asserted on a Thursday that crime in Washington D.C. had reached an all-time high, coinciding with a significant federal intervention into the city’s policing. This included the deployment of the National Guard and federal agents, alongside a federal takeover of the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD). From the Oval Office, Trump declared, “Washington DC is at its worst point,” though he…

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D.C. Police to Notify ICE on Traffic Stops as Federal Enforcement Escalates

D.C. Police to Notify ICE on Traffic Stops as Federal Enforcement Escalates

D.C. Police to Notify ICE on Traffic Stops as Federal Enforcement Escalates Washington D.C.’s Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) has enacted a new executive order, effective Thursday, allowing officers to notify federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents about undocumented immigrants encountered during traffic stops. This marks a significant shift from previous MPD policy, enabling the reporting of individuals not yet detained or charged with a crime to ICE for potential arrest and deportation. The move comes amidst a broader federal…

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Trump Administration’s D.C. Homeless Crackdown: A Look Back at Controversial Policies

Trump Administration’s D.C. Homeless Crackdown: A Look Back at Controversial Policies

Trump Administration’s D.C. Homeless Crackdown: A Look Back at Controversial Policies In a controversial move during the Trump administration, policies targeting Washington D.C.’s homeless population sparked widespread criticism. Reports from that period detailed a harsh crackdown, with then-White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt stating that homeless individuals refusing shelter options would face prosecution or fines. This directive, issued during a period when National Guard troops were deployed in the capital, aimed to ‘make D.C. safe and beautiful’ by removing ‘mentally…

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National Guard Bolsters DC Presence as Trump Seeks Permanent Federal Police Control

National Guard Bolsters DC Presence as Trump Seeks Permanent Federal Police Control

National Guard Bolsters DC Presence as Trump Seeks Permanent Federal Police Control Washington D.C. is witnessing a significant increase in National Guard presence, with soldiers from the 273rd Military Police Company conducting patrol operations, primarily around the National Mall and federal monuments. This deployment, which began ramping up overnight Wednesday into Thursday, August 14, 2025, follows President Donald Trump’s declaration of a public safety emergency earlier this week. Amidst the ongoing deployment, President Trump announced his intent to seek ‘long-term’…

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DC Autonomy Under Fire: Mayor Bowser Responds to Trump’s Federal Police Intervention

DC Autonomy Under Fire: Mayor Bowser Responds to Trump’s Federal Police Intervention

DC Autonomy Under Fire: Mayor Bowser Responds to Trump’s Federal Police Intervention Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser is navigating a critical challenge to the city’s autonomy following President Donald Trump’s recent decision to federalize the capital’s police force and deploy the National Guard. The move, announced on August 11, has sparked immediate controversy and put Bowser’s leadership to its sternest test yet. Initially, Mayor Bowser adopted a nuanced approach on Monday, describing Trump’s executive action as “unsettling and unprecedented” while…

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Federal Intervention in DC Police Draws Mixed Reactions Amid Crime Debate

Federal Intervention in DC Police Draws Mixed Reactions Amid Crime Debate

Federal Intervention in DC Police Draws Mixed Reactions Amid Crime Debate President Donald Trump’s recent announcement to deploy the National Guard and assume control of the Washington D.C. police department has ignited a fierce debate among residents and city officials. The move, unveiled Monday morning at the White House, is presented by the administration as a vital measure to combat what it describes as “out of control” crime, following a recent incident involving a government staffer. Protesters gathered near what…

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Trump Renews Push for D.C. Federal Takeover Amid Carjacking Incident, Crime Data Contradicts Claims

Trump Renews Push for D.C. Federal Takeover Amid Carjacking Incident, Crime Data Contradicts Claims

Trump Renews Push for D.C. Federal Takeover Amid Carjacking Incident, Crime Data Contradicts Claims President Donald Trump has once again threatened to assert federal control over Washington, D.C.’s government, following an attempted carjacking that injured a Department of Government Ethics (DOGE) staff member. In a Truth Social post, Mr. Trump declared, “If D.C. doesn’t get its act together, and quickly, we will have no choice but to take Federal control of the City. I am going to exert my powers,…

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Trump Threatens D.C. Federalization After Ex-Staffer’s Assault

Trump Threatens D.C. Federalization After Ex-Staffer’s Assault

Trump Threatens D.C. Federalization After Ex-Staffer’s Assault President Trump has announced he is considering federalizing Washington, D.C.’s police force, following an attempted carjacking over the weekend that injured a former Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) staffer. Speaking from the Oval Office on Wednesday evening, Trump stated, “He went through a bad situation to put it mildly, and there’s too much of it. We’re going to do something about it,” also suggesting the swift deployment of the National Guard. The incident…

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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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Trump Threatens Federal D.C. Takeover Following Assault on Former Operative

Trump Threatens Federal D.C. Takeover Following Assault on Former Operative

Trump Threatens Federal D.C. Takeover Following Assault on Former Operative In a powerful statement that has sent ripples through the nation’s capital, former President Donald Trump has publicly threatened a federal takeover of Washington D.C. His remarks come in the wake of a reported violent assault on a former D.C. operative, an incident Trump cited as evidence of escalating disorder. The alleged beating of the individual, whose identity has not been fully disclosed but is described as a former worker…

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