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Though the Trump administration claims violence in the capital is getting worse, police statistics show violent crime has been declining.
President Trump promised a weekend crackdown on Washington, D.C.'s homeless population and criminals. Trump activated federal agents to also be a show of force across the district.
WASHINGTON (TNND) — With protesters pushing back against the military style police presence on Washington, D.C.'s streets, there are new warnings about alienating those who do feel crime is a problem.
Police said the off-duty NYPD officer shot and killed the 30-year-old man in Washington Heights on Sunday night.
At least one high-ranking officer has been suspended so far over the disturbing allegations, which the DC Police Union has said effectively reflect standard operating procedure.
The federal government takes control of Washington DC police operations as DEA Administrator Terry Cole seeks to enforce immigration compliance and reduce crime.
Many residents of Washington are outraged by Trump's overreach, with scores taking to the streets on Saturday to protest the president's takeover.
An emboldened President Donald Trump is increasingly using his bully pulpit to stamp his imprint on Washington, DC — pushing the bounds of executive power to reshape a city that once snubbed him.
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