Trump Plans Homelessness Crackdown, Crime Measures in Washington DC

President Donald Trump has announced plans to address homelessness and crime in Washington, D.C., including the immediate relocation of homeless individuals to housing far from the city and tougher penalties for criminals. He emphasized rapid action, stating criminals unwilling to relocate would be jailed, and signaled a potential increase in federal law enforcement presence and the deployment of the D.C. National Guard to enhance security. Trump described his goal as making the capital "safer and more beautiful than it ever was before." However, Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser expressed concerns about using the National Guard for city law enforcement, suggesting federal support would be more effective if directed toward funding prosecutors and filling court vacancies. The White House has not provided detailed legal justifications for evicting the homeless, and the exact role and scale of National Guard deployment remain unclear. These proposed measures have sparked debate over their legality, effectiveness, and impact on the city’s residents and governance.