US Marshals Offer $500 Reward Amid Federal DC Crime Operation

As part of President Trump's federal takeover of Washington, D.C., the U.S. Marshals Service has announced a $500 reward for tips leading to arrests during the ongoing public safety surge. This initiative is part of a broader effort involving over 1,900 officers, including National Guard troops from Republican-led states, FBI, DEA, and ATF agents, to combat crime, homelessness, and illegal immigration. Nearly 500 arrests have been made since federal operations began, with the U.S. Marshals' tip line now accepting information on a wide range of law violations beyond its usual focus on fugitives and threats to the federal judiciary. While some residents welcome the reward as a potential aid to public safety, others express concern that the heavily policed environment and incentivized tip line may lead to vigilante justice or exacerbate tensions. The federalized Metropolitan Police Department and increased federal presence reflect the Trump administration's intensified crackdown on crime in the capital. Residents can submit anonymous tips via a QR code shared by the U.S. Marshals, although officials advise that public safety concerns should also be directed to local authorities.