Trump is considering taking control of the Washington, D.C., police department following a violent attack on a former DOGE staffer, Edward Coristine. Trump believes the crime is ridiculous and wants a great, safe capital, including cleanliness and other aspects. Under the Home Rule Act, Trump can temporarily take control of the district’s police department if special conditions of an emergency nature exist. Trump’s frustrations with the district have been revitalized after Coristine was attacked earlier this week. Crime in D.C. was down 35% in 2024 from the previous year, marking a 30-year low. Trump has repeatedly threatened to take control of Washington throughout his second term and has spoken at length about his desire to rid the city of crime and its homeless population. Trump has met multiple times with D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser since the 2024 election, and the two get along well.
Trump is reportedly considering taking control of the DC police.
