
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | August 15th, 2025: Ukraine Delivers Major Blow To Russian Economy & White House Expands Federal Takeover Of DC
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Federal Takeover of D.C.'s Law Enforcement Sparks Legal Battle
This chapter explores the legal conflict arising from the Trump administration's increased federal oversight in Washington, D.C., particularly through the appointment of a DEA head as police commissioner. It highlights the tension between local leaders' responses to these changes and the implications for the city’s self-governance, especially concerning immigration policies and rising crime rates.
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