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Schumer: ‘No f‑‑‑ing way’ Dems will back Trump DC takeover extension

Senate Minority Leader Schumer opposes Trump's effort to extend federal control of DC police beyond 30 days amid a 35% drop in violent crime last year, citing congressional authority.

  • On Wednesday, President Donald Trump confirmed he is asking Congress to extend his control of the Metropolitan Police Department beyond the 30 days permitted by the District of Columbia Home Rule Act.
  • Amid concerns over crime, President Donald Trump invoked section 740 of the District of Columbia Home Rule Act to federalize the MPD and activate the National Guard, earlier this week.
  • Following Trump’s request, Schumer told Parnas, 'No fing way,' in an interview released Wednesday, vowing to fight any extension.
  • Current congressional sentiment rejects granting Trump’s request, as Democrats refuse to back the extension and some Republicans oppose it as well.
  • Looking ahead, President Donald Trump told reporters, `If it’s a national emergency, we can do it without Congress`, indicating he could declare one to bypass opposition.
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