What A Day What Did Trump’s DC Police Takeover Accomplish?
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Sep 16, 2025 Emma Uber, a crime and criminal justice reporter for The Washington Post, dives into the recent federal policing initiatives in Memphis following Trump's memorandum and National Guard deployment. She explores the impact of earlier actions in D.C., questioning their effectiveness on crime rates and societal implications. The discussion also touches on the rising pressures within D.C.'s criminal justice system and the role of social media in shaping political engagement among the youth, highlighting the interplay between online communities and real-world consequences.
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Federalization Claims Overstated
- The Trump administration claimed its federalization of D.C. essentially eliminated crime, but that claim is false.
- Emma Uber found substantial federal presence remained even after the 30-day emergency ended, contradicting the administration's rhetoric.
Reporter Saw Guards With MPD
- Emma Uber reported seeing National Guard members standing alongside D.C. police when she arrived at work.
- That on-the-ground observation illustrated the continued federal presence after the emergency ended.
Crime Dropped, Not Vanished
- Crime in D.C. fell overall, including violent crime, but it did not disappear as the administration claimed.
- The Washington Post found a significant reduction in crime while noting continued criminal activity.