Trump Administration Plans Increased Federal Law Enforcement Deployment in Washington DC

President Donald Trump is planning to increase federal law enforcement presence in Washington, D.C., in response to concerns about rising crime, particularly following the assault of a former Department of Government Efficiency staffer. He has threatened to federalize the city if local authorities fail to address the situation adequately. The increased federal officers will come from various agencies, including the National Guard, FBI, U.S. Marshals, ICE, and the Department of Homeland Security, with deployment expected to begin soon. Despite a reported 26% drop in violent crime this year, Trump and D.C. U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro argue that youth crime remains a significant problem, criticizing the local government’s leniency toward young offenders and calling for stricter accountability. The administration's efforts have not been fully coordinated with the Metropolitan Police Department, which faces staffing and budget restrictions due to congressional actions. The federal push aims to make D.C. safer amid ongoing debates about local laws and crime policies.