Donald Trump: “If this continues, I am going to exert my powers, and FEDERALIZE this…”

On the recordAugust 6, 2025

If this continues, I am going to exert my powers, and FEDERALIZE this City.

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Aug 6, 2025

Trump stating his intention to federalize Washington, D.C., due to ongoing crime issues.

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Donald Trump: “If this continues, I am going to exert my powers, and FEDERALIZE this City.”