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What is the latest news regarding the Washington D.C. police?

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Washington, D.C. police are under partial federal control after President Trump deployed National Guard troops and attempted a federal takeover, sparking lawsuits and local opposition. A judge restored some local authority, but federal agents remain. New curfews and homeless camp clearings are underway as part of a broader federal crackdown.

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D.C. police retain some control after deal with Justice Department

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  • D.C. has regained some control over its police department after a legal dispute.
  • A judge intervened after the Trump administration attempted to replace the police chief with a federal appointee. 24s
  • Local officials and residents voiced concerns about federal agents' lack of local training and accountability. 39s
  • The police takeover must end within 30 days unless Congress extends it. 2m 2s
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D.C. police retain some control after deal with Justice Department
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CBS America
2 hours ago
D.C. police retain some control after deal with Justice Department

D.C. has partially regained control of its police department after a legal challenge to the Trump administration's attempt to replace the police chief, with federal agents still present.

D.C. sues Trump administration over federal takeover of D.C. police
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CBS America
16 hours ago
D.C. sues Trump administration over federal takeover of D.C. police

Washington, D.C. has regained some authority over its police after a federal intervention by the Trump administration, following a lawsuit and a judge's intervention.

DC attorney general sues Trump admin over police takeover
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CNN
24 hours ago
DC attorney general sues Trump admin over police takeover

The Attorney General of D.C. is suing the Trump administration, alleging an unlawful takeover of the Metropolitan Police Department and arguing the Home Rule Act does not permit such federal control.

New juvenile curfew zone starts in Navy Yard
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Fox News
1 day ago
New juvenile curfew zone starts in Navy Yard

A new juvenile curfew zone has been established in Navy Yard, restricting those under 18 from public spaces at night, as part of a broader federal crackdown on crime.

DC homeless camps being cleared out amid federal takeover
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Fox News
1 day ago
DC homeless camps being cleared out amid federal takeover

Authorities are clearing homeless encampments across D.C. as federal officers prepare to intervene, with concerns over the impact on vulnerable residents.

Trump wants to extend federal control over Washington police
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Reuters
2 days ago
Trump wants to extend federal control over Washington police

President Trump seeks to extend federal control of D.C.'s police force beyond 30 days, citing crime concerns, though both federal and city data show violent crime is declining.

National Guard troops arrive in Washington, D.C.
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CBS News
3 days ago
National Guard troops arrive in Washington, D.C.

President Trump deployed about 800 National Guard troops to D.C., taking direct control of the police department for 30 days to support law enforcement.

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