Undercurrents Democrat D.C. mayor PRAISES Trump's crime crackdown
Aug 29, 2025
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser highlights an impressive 87% drop in carjackings, crediting a surge of federal law enforcement. While she celebrates improved community safety, concerns emerge about the trust between locals and the police. The conversation dives into the complexities of federal intervention and the balancing act faced by city leaders. It raises important questions about the implications of crime statistics and ongoing issues such as homelessness and public safety in the nation’s capital.
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Bowser Credits Federal Surge For Crime Drop
- Muriel Bowser praised the federal surge for an 87% drop in carjackings during a 20-day window.
- She credited fewer gun crimes and homicides with neighborhoods feeling safer.
Visible Armed Presence In Key Areas
- Emily Jashinsky observed visible National Guard presence on the National Mall and at Union Station.
- She said the armed presence made those public areas noticeably feel and look safer.
Personal Walks Through Union Station
- Emily recounts passing through Union Station and seeing National Guard, people struggling with homelessness, and drug smell.
- She notes the environment felt safer despite visible hardship.