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D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and top officials testified on Capitol Hill, requesting more federal resources to address crime and boost public safety, amid Republican scrutiny and praise for Trump's crackdown.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser privately advised Attorney General Brian Schwalb to delay a lawsuit against President Trump over the National Guard deployment, believing that cooperation and a key date on September 10 could lead to a reduction in troop presence, though the National Guard is expected to remain through December. The lawsuit accuses Trump of illegal military use for local law enforcement, amid ongoing political tensions and debates over control and public safety in D.C.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser praised the federal surge for reducing gun crimes, homicides, and carjackings, which has angered some residents but pleased President Trump.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser criticized the effectiveness of masked ICE agents and out-of-town National Guard troops sent during President Trump's federal takeover, describing them as ineffective, marking a rare critique amidst generally positive remarks on crime initiatives.
Bondi has ordered the D.C. mayor to recognize the DEA head as the emergency police commissioner, granting him all police powers and requiring department approval for directives.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser left the city for Martha's Vineyard amid tensions with the Trump administration's efforts to take control of Washington, D.C.'s law enforcement agencies, including federal law enforcement operations and a temporary surge of federal forces in the city.
D.C. Mayor Muriel E. Bowser has introduced legislation aimed at addressing truancy and youth crime, mandating aggressive prosecution for certain offenses and limiting prosecutorial discretion. The bill would also allow middle school principals to suspend students for bringing drugs or weapons to school, create an alternative campus for students with severe behavioral problems, and modify the referral process for children with poor attendance. Critics argue that the proposed measures may not effectively address the underlying issues contributing to truancy and youth crime, and that punitive responses may not be the best approach.
DC Mayor Muriel Bowser has proposed new legislation, known as the ACT Now bill, that would roll back progressive police reforms implemented after the death of George Floyd. The proposal aims to address the spike in violent crimes in the city and includes measures to target organized retail thefts and open-air drug markets. The bill would limit the disclosure of officer disciplinary actions, redefine the definition of a chokehold, and allow officers to view body-worn camera footage before writing their reports. Critics argue that the reforms have hindered law enforcement's ability to ensure public safety, while others express disappointment and believe the proposal does not adequately address the root causes of crime. Violent crime in DC has increased significantly, with homicides reaching a 20-year high and carjackings rising by 108% compared to last year.
DC Mayor Muriel Bowser testified before a House committee on crime and safety in D.C. and the management of the city. During the hearing, she sparred with GOP lawmakers over violent crime and voter representation. Bowser noted that the city has seen a decrease in violent crimes over the last 10 years and took a jab at Republicans who have been opposed to increased gun control legislation. She also pointed out that other states have more access to the seat of government because they have voter representation in Congress.
DC Mayor Muriel Bowser proposed legislation to increase penalties for gun crimes and other violent offenses, including illegal gun possession, crimes against those with disabilities, and crimes against public transportation workers. The proposal would also make strangulation a type of felony assault and give courts greater discretion over who should be detained before their trial. The proposal still needs to be approved by the D.C. Council before becoming law.
An investigation has been launched into John Falcicchio, former chief of staff and deputy mayor for planning and economic development for the District of Columbia, following allegations of sexual harassment made by an employee. Attorneys for the employee say the behavior is longstanding and their client is cooperating fully with the investigation. DC Mayor Muriel Bowser declined to provide specifics of the alleged wrongdoing, calling it a "sensitive matter with privacy concerns."