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Trump Attempts DC Police Takeover with Loyalist, Blocked by Federal Judge

2025-08-15 00:00:00 +0000 UTC | Importance: 9/10

Trump administration orders federal takeover of DC Metropolitan Police, attempting to replace Chief Pamela Smith with DEA Administrator Terry Cole as “emergency police commissioner.” Federal judge forces administration to back down after DC lawsuit, Smith retains position.

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Trump Federalizes DC Police and Deploys 800 National Guard Troops Despite Declining Crime

2025-08-11 00:00:00 +0000 UTC | Importance: 9/10

Trump announced federal takeover of Washington DC’s police department and deployment of 800 National Guard troops, invoking emergency powers under the Home Rule Act of 1973. DEA Administrator Terry Cole was designated interim federal commissioner. Attorney General Pam Bondi assumed command …

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