Apple News Today Trump seizes control of D.C. police. Here’s what that means.
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Aug 12, 2025 The podcast dives into Trump's controversial deployment of the National Guard in D.C., raising questions about local policing. It highlights challenges in the immigration detention system, with detainees being frequently moved, complicating legal access. The alarming trend of mothers leaving the workforce post-pandemic is also discussed, focusing on its disproportionate impact on Black women. Additionally, it touches on Trump's new appointment for the Bureau of Labor Statistics and offers insights into relocation incentives for workers moving to small towns.
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Federal Takeover Of D.C. Policing
- Trump invoked D.C. Home Rule to deploy the National Guard and assert control for up to 30 days.
- Officials call it unprecedented, while DOJ data show violent crime has fallen.
Frequent Detainee Transfers By ICE
- ICE runs far more domestic flights, moving detainees frequently between facilities.
- Lawyers warn transfers hinder access to counsel and may violate due-process rights.
One Detainee Bounced Coast-to-Coast
- A Texas man was moved across states, forcing lawyers to refile bond motions 20 times.
- Policy delays denied timely bond and he was ultimately removed to Mexico.