US President Donald Trump has repeatedly threatened to put Washington, DC, under full federal control to reduce crime, even as city officials stressed crime is already falling.

US president has warned of a federal takeover of DC, citing violent incidents and the city’s crime problems.

Trump said he’ll ask for “long-term extensions” for his administration’s control of the Metropolitan Police Department.

President Donald Trump’s control of D.C.’s police is raising questions about federal power. Here's what we know now.

What to know about DC Home Rule Act as Trump puts DC police under federal control The control expires in 30 days, unless the Senate and House back an extension.

Jeanine Pirro defends Trump's federalization of DC police as she takes on role of U.S. attorney, promising to make the capital safe and hold criminals accountable.

The president argued he did not need congressional approval to extend his control of the police in the nation’s capital.

Police Here's how Trump can take control of DC's police department In plain terms, Section 740 is a federal override switch for DC policing.

Jeanine Pirro defends Trump's federalization of DC police as she takes on role of U.S. attorney, promising to make the capital safe and hold criminals accountable.