💨 Abstract

President Donald Trump announced a federal takeover of the D.C. police department. Interviews with Hechinger Mall shoppers revealed concerns about crime and mixed feelings about the federal involvement. Some residents supported increased policing, while others criticized the deployment of the National Guard and questioned the timing of the takeover. residents highlighted the need for addressing mental health and substance abuse issues instead of mere arrests. The National Guard's presence was particularly contentious, with some viewing it as traumatic.

Courtesy: Jimmy Alexander