💨 Abstract

Republican lawmakers are supporting President Trump's federal intervention in D.C.'s crime problem, with plans to hold local officials accountable in an upcoming hearing. Democrats, like Sen. Chris Van Hollen, express concern that this could be a step toward broader federal control and criticize GOP's submission to Trump's agenda. Meanwhile, legislation to empower the mayor and prevent federal takeover of D.C. police is reintroduced but faces significant opposition.

Courtesy: Mitchell Miller