Trump Crackdown Cuts DC Crime 67%, DOJ Probes Data Manipulation

President Donald Trump's federal takeover of Washington, D.C.'s Metropolitan Police Department has resulted in a significant drop in crime across the city. Reported violent crime incidents fell by 10%, property crimes by 25%, and homicides decreased by more than 60% in the first few weeks of the takeover, with carjackings down 96% and robberies down 68% in the two weeks following the intervention. Despite this progress, the crackdown has had economic repercussions, including a decline in tourism and strain on the court system due to increased cases. Meanwhile, the Department of Justice is investigating allegations that D.C. officials manipulated crime statistics, potentially understating the severity of the crime problem, which House Chief of Staff Stephen Miller described as a "massive scandal." Miller also emphasized that the current crime reductions are only the beginning, highlighting public appreciation for safer neighborhoods. These developments contrast with ongoing efforts in other areas like Nelson, where proactive policing and community cooperation have similarly contributed to crime reductions.