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Trump says he will ask Congress for a 'long-term extension' of federal takeover of D.C. police
- On Wednesday, President Donald Trump indicated his intention to request congressional approval for a prolonged federal takeover of Washington D.C.'s Metropolitan Police Department beyond the initial 30-day period.
- The takeover follows Trump signing an executive order earlier this week allowing the federal government temporary control of the MPD for 30 days under the Home Rule Act, which requires congressional approval for extensions.
- Trump claimed he can extend control without Congress if a national emergency exists and expects nearly unanimous Republican support for the extension, while Senate Democrats appear ready to block it.
- Trump expressed confidence that Congressional Republicans would largely support the measure and revealed that 800 National Guard members had been deployed to assist in efforts addressing what he described as increasing crime.
- The announcement and deployment signal a broader federal crackdown on crime in D.C., with Trump promising beautification efforts while some local residents express concern over the National Guard presence and federal intervention.
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Since the beginning of the week, the police in the US capital have been under federal control. This is actually only allowed for up to 30 days - US President Trump is not enough.
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