Trump Joins Troops Patrolling Washington DC Amid Federal Crackdown

President Donald Trump has intensified his federal crackdown on crime in Washington, D.C., involving a significant deployment of federal agents and National Guard troops from Republican-led states. Trump met with law enforcement and National Guardsmen in Anacostia, praising their efforts and promising to improve the city's safety and appearance over the coming months. Since the operation began on August 7, there have been 630 arrests, including 251 individuals in the country illegally, highlighting immigration enforcement as a key focus. Trump declared control over the D.C. police department on August 11 and has taken steps to federally manage the city's law enforcement amid declining crime rates, a move that has caused tension and unease among residents. The White House has emphasized the crackdown as necessary due to a perceived crime crisis, while local officials and communities have expressed concerns about the heavy-handed federal presence and its impact on daily life. Trump also announced plans to personally join police and National Guard patrols as a show of force and commitment to public safety in the capital.