The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 2258 - Trump TAKES OVER Washington DC?!
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Aug 13, 2025 President Trump proposes federal control of Washington D.C. to tackle rising crime, sparking debates about constitutional authority. The conversation reveals alarming manipulations of crime data and the challenges facing local law enforcement. Meanwhile, Bernie Sanders gains traction as economic woes shift public perceptions, with increasing acceptance of socialist ideas. The disconnect between media narratives and citizens' concerns raises questions about political priorities and the impact of recent economic shifts.
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Federal Authority Over D.C. Explained
- The federal government retains plenary constitutional authority over Washington, D.C., including emergency control of police and the National Guard.
- Ben Shapiro argues Trump lawfully invoked the Home Rule Act to deploy federal forces to combat chronic D.C. crime.
Tackle Crime With Clear Policing Steps
- If you want to reduce crime, concentrate police in high-crime areas and keep them there.
- Ben Shapiro recommends incarcerating criminals longer and avoiding quick releases to improve public safety.
D.C.'s Crime Rates Remain Anomalous
- Washington, D.C.'s homicide and vehicle-theft rates remain multiple times the national average despite disputed short-term trends.
- Shapiro emphasizes official statistics and local union claims that D.C. crime is still anomalously high.
