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Former President Donald Trump has urged the death penalty for Washington DC murder cases, escalating his tough-on-crime rhetoric and sparking renewed debate over capital punishment.
Trump misrepresents Washington, D.C. crime data to argue for federal intervention, raising concerns among experts and officials over politicized narratives and misuse of statistics.
As Trump’s DC takeover authority ends, leaders face pressure to sustain anti-crime efforts. Experts say long-term safety hinges on local reforms, not federal intervention.
Donald Trump is correct that Washington, D.C., faces serious crime challenges. But his record and rhetoric suggest he is ill-suited to deliver the reforms the city truly needs.
Washington, DC residents voice unease over Trump’s National Guard deployment, fearing a militarized response to rising youth crime that fails to tackle deeper social and economic causes.
A National Guardsman wounded in the Washington, DC shooting is showing encouraging signs of recovery, as new details emerge about the suspected gunman’s background and possible motives.
A National Guard member shot near the White House has died, former President Donald Trump said, according to NBC News, as authorities investigate the circumstances of the fatal incident.
Veterans Day in the D.C. area brings federal closures, Metro schedule changes, solemn ceremonies at memorials, and a range of local discounts and free meals honoring service members.
Washingtonian’s 2025 “Most Powerful Women in Washington” highlights the decision-makers shaping policy, politics, and culture in the capital’s most consequential year yet.
Donald Trump announced he is placing Washington, D.C., police under federal control and activating the National Guard, citing escalating unrest in the capital, AP News reported.
From high-profile galas to innovative fundraisers, Washington, DC’s 2025 charity scene blends philanthropy, culture, and civic influence in a packed calendar of must-attend events.
The Trump administration will retain Washington’s police chief but require cooperation with federal immigration efforts, signaling a shift in the city’s stance on enforcement coordination.
The Kennedy Center will host the FIFA World Cup 26â„¢ Final Draw, bringing global football leaders, teams, and fans together in Washington, D.C. for this landmark event.
US authorities have identified the two National Guard members shot in Washington, DC, during weekend unrest, Al Jazeera reports, as investigations into the attack continue.
Advocates say Donald Trump’s promised DC crime crackdown focuses on punishment over prevention, arguing real safety comes from community investment, housing, and mental health support.
Authorities are investigating the shooting of a National Guard member in Washington DC, as officials release initial details and seek witnesses to clarify what led to the attack.
August in Washington, D.C. bursts with festivals, concerts, and cultural events. From outdoor performances to museum programs, the capital offers nonstop ways for visitors to celebrate summer.
U.S. Marshals Service Director Ronald Davis says Washington, D.C. is safer following President Trump’s recent crime crackdown, citing increased arrests and coordinated federal-local efforts.
A US federal judge has ordered an end to former President Donald Trump’s deployment of troops in Washington, DC, ruling the move exceeded executive authority, Al Jazeera reported.
Washington, D.C., long seen as a natural World Cup stage, was left off the 2026 host list amid stadium concerns, political hurdles and stronger bids from rival U.S. cities.