15 Aug 2025, 13:55
Trump announces federal control over police in Washington
- Trump announced control over the police in Washington.
- Experts confirm a decrease in crime rates in large cities.
- Local officials deny the necessity of Trump's intervention.
On August 15, 2025, Donald Trump announced federal control over the police in Washington, which provoked outrage from local officials. Trump claims that high crime rates in cities like Chicago, Los Angeles, and Baltimore justify such measures.
However, data indicates a reduction in the level of violence in the country since 2022, when the revival began after the pandemic. Experts note that many cities are experiencing a decrease in crime rates, while local officials deny the necessity of Trump's intervention.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson stated that the number of shootings has decreased by 40% over the past year. He called on the president to release funds for programs to combat violence, which are critically important for their work.
In Washington, where Trump sent 800 National Guard troops, Mayor Muriel Bowser also expressed discontent with the president's decision, emphasizing that statistics indicate that crime is at a 30-year low.
Federal control over the police will last 30 days unless Congress approves an extension. Meanwhile, experts believe that Trump will not be able to replicate this step in other cities due to legal constraints related to jurisdiction.
Tags: USA/Politics/Crime