President Trump announced plans to patrol Washington, D.C. streets on Thursday night with the Metropolitan Police Department and National Guard troops, aiming to combat crime and assert control over the city. The White House is still finalizing the details of the evening, which follows Trump’s recent actions to federalize the city’s police and deploy National Guard forces, despite declining violent crime statistics. Amidst these developments, Attorney General Pam Bondi reported hundreds of arrests, a significant portion of which involved immigrants. A recent poll indicates substantial opposition from D.C. residents to Trump’s intervention, reflecting public skepticism about the effectiveness of his approach.
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New York City police arrested Charles Burgess, 32, of Dayton, Ohio, on Wednesday for allegedly throwing a sex toy onto the court during a New York Liberty game and striking a 12-year-old girl. Burgess faces two counts of assault in connection with the incident, which occurred on August 5th at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Following the incident, the suspect fled the scene and remained at large until his arrest. This is part of a trend of similar occurrences at WNBA games this summer.
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Early Sunday morning in Brooklyn, eleven people were shot inside the Taste of the City Lounge, resulting in the deaths of three individuals and injuries to eight others. Reports indicate that multiple gunmen opened fire after a dispute, firing at least 36 shots. Authorities have yet to apprehend any suspects, and the investigation is ongoing, as police examine surveillance footage and search for potential connections to a recovered firearm.
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The appointment of an “emergency police commissioner” in Washington by Atty. Gen. Pam Bondi is viewed as an attempt to divert attention from the Epstein files, which have been a source of discomfort for the White House. Bondi’s actions come amid the backdrop of a city experiencing a 30-year low in crime rates, suggesting the appointment may be politically motivated rather than a response to genuine safety concerns. The author suggests the administration is using the issues of crime and homelessness to regain support while potentially avoiding transparency regarding the Epstein controversy, particularly given the early end of the House session to prevent a vote on releasing those files. The author argues that these actions are not aimed at benefiting the public but are instead driven by the interests of certain individuals, as exemplified by historical examples of political interference.
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Trump has accused Democrats of paying protestors to counter his efforts to combat crime, labeling them as criminals unfit for office. To address a perceived crime wave, Trump mobilized 800 National Guard members and federalized the capital’s police force, despite citing outdated crime statistics. Notably, violent crime in Washington D.C. has significantly decreased in 2024, challenging Trump’s justification for the intervention. This action was taken in the wake of an attack on a DOGE staffer.
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Republican men often express exaggerated fear of American cities, as exemplified by Senator Markwayne Mullin’s refusal to wear a seatbelt in Washington, D.C. This fear, echoed by figures like Donald Trump and others, is a tactic to justify their desire to exert control over and inflict violence on liberal cities, particularly those that embody cosmopolitan values. Despite the fact that crime rates are actually declining in many areas, they are deploying government resources to the cities they dislike. This pattern mirrors historical conservative tendencies towards violence against disfavored groups and suggests a desire to maintain control over these diverse communities. Ultimately, Republicans plan to expand their control over Democratic cities, increasing the potential for violence.
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Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) revealed on Fox News that he does not wear a seatbelt while driving in Washington, D.C., due to concerns about carjacking, despite the city’s mandatory seatbelt law. Mullin cited the high rate of car theft in the capital as justification, claiming he needs to be able to “exit in a hurry” if faced with a carjacking. He also praised former President Trump’s deployment of National Guard members and increased control over the Metropolitan Police Department in response to rising crime rates. A violation of the seatbelt ordinance in D.C. carries a $50 fine.
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President Trump is scheduled to hold a White House press event tomorrow, promising a significant reduction in crime within Washington, D.C. Meanwhile, Mayor Muriel Bowser granted an exclusive interview, offering insights into the city’s ongoing efforts to combat criminal activity. The event and interview come amid growing concerns regarding public safety in the nation’s capital. This juxtaposition highlights the contrasting approaches to addressing the issue.
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Authorities are searching for a man who threw a sex toy at a 12-year-old girl during a New York Liberty game at the Barclays Center. The NYPD released a photo and video of the suspect, who was wearing a “Beavis and Butt-Head” T-shirt. This incident follows a pattern of similar occurrences at other WNBA games in various cities, including Georgia and Phoenix, where arrests have been made. The WNBA is actively collaborating with law enforcement to address this behavior and ensure the safety of everyone in attendance.
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On Monday, President Trump announced the deployment of National Guard troops and the seizure of the D.C. police force, falsely claiming a crime crisis in the capital. This action follows Trump’s history of authoritarian measures, including pardoning violent felons. Trump cited misleading crime statistics and advocated for aggressive policing tactics, suggesting this could serve as a model for other cities. His focus on “beautification” also seems centered on removing the homeless population.
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John Q. Hosedrinker