This chapter explores the political and legal landscape in the United States, focusing on the Trump administration's handling of crime data and various legal rulings impacting voting rights and congressional districting. It highlights the controversial deployment of National Guard troops in Washington, D.C., amid claims of a crime emergency, and the community's resistance to federal intervention. The discussion underscores broader issues of governance, public safety, and the treatment of marginalized populations, advocating for solidarity and legislative support for the unhoused.