All articles tagged with #dc law enforcement
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Washington Post
Parts of the longstanding White House Peace Vigil in D.C. were dismantled by law enforcement following an order from Trump, marking a significant change in a historic protest site.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The New York Times
The article covers recent developments including D.C.'s management of federal law enforcement, a homeless census, political statements by Trump and Jeffries, legal battles over climate funds, and the relocation of the U.S. Space Command headquarters, highlighting ongoing tensions between federal and local authorities and political figures.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The New York Times
Jeanine Pirro, a former TV personality and Trump ally, has taken on the role of U.S. attorney in Washington amid controversy over her approach to law enforcement and her involvement in the Trump administration's efforts to take control of local law enforcement, facing challenges such as staff departures and political pressures.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by NBC News
Attorney General Pam Bondi appointed DEA head Terry Cole as 'emergency police commissioner' of D.C., taking control from local police amid federal efforts to curb crime, including deploying the National Guard, in a move supported by the Trump administration and involving significant federal oversight of local law enforcement.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Axios
President Trump deployed about 800 National Guard troops and additional federal law enforcement to Washington, D.C., as part of a crackdown on crime, despite protests and local opposition, with the deployment expected to last 30 days and aimed at targeting violent criminals.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Axios
President Trump has increased federal law enforcement presence in Washington D.C., deploying over 15 agencies to target high-traffic areas and parks, raising concerns about accountability, civil rights, and jurisdictional confusion amid ongoing debates over law enforcement practices and D.C.'s unique legal landscape.