Trump Increases Presence of Federal Forces in Washington

• Federal forces will be present in Washington for the next week.
• The president is considering the possibility of repealing the Domestic Management Act.
• Statistics show a decrease in violent crime in Washington.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration has announced an increase in the presence of federal law enforcement agencies in Washington, starting Thursday night, with the aim of combating crime. This initiative was announced following the attack on a former Department of Justice employee during an attempted carjacking.

Press secretary of the White House, Karine Jean-Pierre, stated that President Trump demands a greater presence of law enforcement to protect innocent citizens. "There will be no safe haven for violent criminals in Washington," she added.

Along with the plans, the enhanced law enforcement measures will last for two weeks with the possibility of extension. The operation will involve the U.S. police services, including the Park Police, Capitol Police, and the FBI, as well as other federal agencies.

Trump is also considering the possibility of reinstating federal control over the city, which requires the repeal of the Domestic Management Act of 1973. This issue has sparked a discussion among experts, as not everyone believes that Washington is experiencing a serious public safety crisis.

Statistical data indicate that violent crime in Washington decreased in 2025 compared to previous years, despite the president's claims of rising crime rates. According to police data, violent crime decreased by 26% in the first half of the year.

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