US EditionFederal Agents Will Be Out 24/7 on Patrol in Washington, the White House Says
Federal agents and National Guard troops have made over 100 arrests during the first week of 24/7 patrols amid a federal takeover of Washington, DC's police force.
- The White House announced that federal authorities and local police made 43 arrests during a Tuesday night patrol surge in Washington, D.C.
- The arrests followed President Trump's Monday takeover of the city’s police department amid concerns about high crime, despite statistics showing a violent crime decline.
- The task force unites federal and local officers with as many as 800 National Guard troops providing support but not making arrests, while expanding patrol hours to 24/7 starting Wednesday night.
- Karoline Leavitt, the White House spokesperson, expressed approval of the increased law enforcement presence and the removal of illegal firearms, describing these efforts as a positive outcome following the seizure of seven unregistered guns.
- The federal surge and expanded guard presence aim to sustain public safety but cause unease among some residents, highlighting ongoing uncertainty about the mission's long-term form and goals.
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