Trump Declares Washington DC Crime-Free After Federal Guard Surge

President Donald Trump has praised Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser for her cooperation in his federal law enforcement surge aimed at reducing crime in the capital. Trump declared D.C. a "crime-free zone," citing dramatic drops in offenses such as carjackings and violent crimes, and claimed Bowser's approval rating surged by 25% as a result. Mayor Bowser confirmed significant decreases in carjackings (87%) and violent crime (45%), along with increased arrests and illegal gun recoveries since the crackdown began. Despite these claims, local reports indicate ongoing incidents, including recent shootings near National Guard patrols, and official crime statistics show hundreds of crimes reported in recent weeks. Attorney General Pam Bondi highlighted nearly 1,600 arrests and 165 illegal guns seized since the operation commenced. Trump suggested expanding similar federal interventions to other Democratic-led cities facing crime challenges, emphasizing the partnership with Mayor Bowser as a model for success.