US EditionTrump's DC Police Federalization Slashes Crime by 8% in Just One Week
- There has been an 8% drop in all crime in Washington D.C. one week after President Donald Trump federalized the police force, according to the D.C. Police Union.
- Violent crime decreased by 22%, while property crime decreased by 6%, reflecting a significant impact from federal law enforcement presence.
- In total, over 450 arrests were made, including three alleged gang members during the first week of this initiative.
- Mayor Muriel Bowser criticized the deployment of more National Guard troops to D.C., stating that 'it doesn't make sense'.
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DC Police Union: Carjackings down 83%, overall crime dropped 8% since federal assistance began
"While federal assistance gives us a boost, we must repeal the misguided Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Act in order to make these changes permanent," the union said
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