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Trump further claimed that swift action will be comparable to his handling of the border crisis, promising that the federal government would act decisively to reclaim the city. His words reflected a broader frustration with the current local leadership and the perceived inability to deal effectively with the recurring issues of homelessness and violence.
The Threat of Federal Intervention
Trump’s rhetoric also included a provocative warning about the potential federal takeover of Washington, D.C., should local authorities fail to address the crises adequately. He remarked that if the city’s governance does not improve, the federal government might need to "federalize" and manage the district directly, echoing concerns about law and order.