Photos show Trump’s federal crackdown in a DC neighborhood

Photos show Trump’s federal crackdown in a DC neighborhood

WASHINGTON (AP) — Washington’s Columbia Heights, usually lively with vendors, has been abnormally quiet, reflecting the impact of President Donald Trump’s federal law enforcement surge. While troop deployments and foot patrols in downtown areas and around the National Mall have gotten the most attention, life in historically diverse neighborhoods like Columbia Heights is being reshaped as well. ___ This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo edi…

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Photos Show Trump’s Federal Crackdown in a DC Neighborhood

WASHINGTON (AP) — Washington’s Columbia Heights, usually lively with vendors, has been abnormally quiet, reflecting the impact of President Donald Trump’s federal law enforcement surge. While troop deployments and foot patrols in downtown areas and around the National Mall have gotten the most attention, life in historically diverse neighborhoods like Columbia Heights is being reshaped as well.

Trump’s Federal Law-Enforcement Crackdown Ripples Through DC Neighborhoods – 710am KURV

By MATT BROWN, LINDSAY WHITEHURST and CHRIS MEGERIAN Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The main drag in Washington’s Columbia Heights neighborhood is typically crammed with people peddling pupusas, fresh fruit, souvenirs and clothing. On Tuesday, though, things felt different: The white tents that bulge with food and merchandise were scarcer than usual. “Everything has stopped over the last week,” said Yassin Yahyaoui, who sells jewelry and gl…