Trump's administration has federalized the Metropolitan Police Department in Washington, D.C. for 30 days, intending to push for a long-term extension through a crime bill. Trump mentioned the possibility of acting without Congress due to a declared national emergency. The White House and D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser did not comment further. Under the Home Rule Act, Congress must agree to extend federal control beyond 30 days. The deployment includes the National Guard and a shift to 24/7 operations, marking unprecedented federal involvement in local policing.
Trump's administration plans to push for a long-term extension of the federalization of the Metropolitan Police Department, initially targeting D.C. with future implications for other cities.
Under the District's Home Rule Act, federalizing the city's police for more than 30 days requires a joint resolution from Congress.
Trump has declared a crime emergency in Washington, D.C., and appointed Attorney General Pam Bondi to control the city's police forces.
This is the first time a U.S. president has invoked a provision to federalize police forces, indicating unprecedented federal intervention.
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