11 Aug 2025, 21:27
Trump Transfers Control Over Washington Police to Federal Authority
- Trump transfers control over the Washington police to the federal authority
- Washington Division 740 of the Domestic Management Act
- Criticism from local authorities and opposition
On September 11, 2025, President Donald Trump announced that he is transferring control over the Washington police, in the District of Columbia, under federal jurisdiction. This move comes amid rising violence attributed to Division 740 of the Domestic Management Act of the District of Columbia, which allows the president to utilize local police for federal needs in cases of extraordinary situations.
Trump stated that his decision was influenced by the increasing violence in the city, comparing the situation in Washington to the most dangerous cities in the world. He noted that in the last two years, the level of violence in Washington has significantly decreased, but pointed out recent crimes as a reason for his decision. The president emphasized that his administration is taking steps to restore order in the city.
In his statement, Trump also urged the U.S. Attorney General for the District of Columbia, D.J. Pirro, to take command of the police. This control will last for 30 days unless Congress does not approve a joint resolution for its extension. Trump stressed that his action is a response to "absolute lawlessness" in the city, blaming the local government for failures in ensuring security.
Mayor of Washington, Muriel Bowser, has not yet commented on this decision. Trump’s opponents in Congress criticized his actions, considering them an attempt to undermine local self-governance in the District of Columbia.
Tags: USA/Politics