Fight over policing DC moves to Congress as parties split on control
The battle over federal policing in Washington D.C. heads to Congress, with Republicans seeking expanded presidential control and Democrats defending local authority.
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‘It’s a trap’: Trump mocks Chuck Schumer, Dems for stepping on political land mines
President Trump criticized Democrats on crime and transgender sports policies during a Monday Cabinet meeting, predicting continued political fights ahead.
White House accuses Pritzker, Illinois Dems of whining while Chicago crime rages
President Donald Trump confirmed his willingness to send troops to Chicago amid his crime crackdown, while city officials cited a 33% reduction in homicides under Mayor Brandon Johnson.
Death penalty could return in nation’s capital under Trump’s DC crime crackdown
President Donald Trump announces plans to pursue death penalty in Washington for murder cases as part of his crime crackdown in the nation's capital.
Trump insists liberal governor praised him in private convo, scoffs at 2028 hopes
President Donald Trump dismisses Maryland Gov. Wes Moore's presidential hopes while claiming Moore praised him during Army-Navy game meeting.
Child cancer survivor hailed by Trump sworn in as NYC honorary deputy mayor
Mayor Eric Adams swore in 13-year-old cancer survivor DJ Daniel as honorary deputy mayor for public safety, continuing his nationwide law enforcement recognition tour.
DHS juggles ‘mass deportation’ push with Helene relief, adds $124M after Biden backlash
Department of Homeland Security delivers $124 million in August Hurricane Helene relief funds under Trump administration for debris removal and infrastructure.
Rep. Greene raises red flag after Trump indicates US will accept 600,000 Chinese students
Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia objected to the prospect of allowing 600,000 Chinese students into the U.S.
Walz’ Minnesota may be next as ICE detention footprint grows nationwide
Governor Tim Walz faces potential ICE detention facility in Minnesota as federal immigration enforcement expands private prison network across multiple states.
EPA urged to axe funds for ‘radical’ climate project accused of training judges, state AGs rally
The Montana attorney general is leading an effort to ask the EPA to halt funding for Environmental Law Institute amid Trump administration's broader grant cuts.