Trump vows crackdown on crime in D.C., orders homeless to leave capital immediately

President Donald Trump announced a crackdown on crime in Washington D. C. , demanding the homeless population to leave the capital "immediately. " This call to action followed an assault on a former Department of Government Efficiency official, raising alarms about public safety. Trump plans to hold a news conference to discuss efforts to enhance security and aesthetics in D.

C. , pledging an increased federal law enforcement presence. His executive order, which requires congressional approval for broader changes, aims to make the capital "safe and beautiful" for all Americans. The White House press secretary reinforced that there will be "no safe harbor for violent criminals" in the city, emphasizing the urgency of the measures. Earlier this year, the president signed an order establishing a task force focused on improving D.

C. ’s public spaces and safety. Recent statistics show that crime in the District decreased by 35% in 2024, the lowest rate in 30 years, suggesting some effectiveness of current measures. Trump's approach has included proposing juvenile curfews and changes to how teens are prosecuted to combat crime rates attributed to youth.