President Donald Trump announced he will unveil a sweeping plan to revamp Washington, D.C., promising swift action that will remove homeless encampments from the city and put criminals behind bars.
According to a Breitbart report, Trump said in a Truth Social post that the measures would be implemented “very fast,” drawing comparisons to his border policy. He announced a White House press conference on Monday where he intends to outline how he will “stop violent crime” in the capital.
The president stressed that homeless individuals would be relocated to accommodations “far from the capital,” while those committing crimes would be jailed. The move follows heightened federal law enforcement involvement in the city amid rising public safety concerns.
Trump Sets Aggressive Timeline for Action
In his post, Trump declared that Washington, D.C., would soon be “safer and more beautiful than it ever was before.” He said there would be “no ‘Mr. Nice Guy’” in executing the plan, and that both homelessness and crime would be addressed resolutely.
Trump noted that the homeless would be provided housing outside of the city’s core but warned criminals that “we’re going to put you in jail where you belong.” He emphasized that the strategy would involve a rapid deployment similar to his recent border enforcement actions.
Highlighting recent success at the border — which he claimed saw crossings go from “millions” to “zero” in recent months — Trump said cleaning up the capital would be easier by comparison. “We want our capital back,” he stated.
Increased Federal Policing Efforts
The president’s comments come after he previously deployed federal law enforcement officers from multiple agencies to patrol D.C. for seven days in an anti-crime effort. The coordinated operation included agencies such as the U.S. Park Police, FBI, DEA, ATF, and divisions of ICE.
The temporary measure was aimed at curbing violent crime following several high-profile incidents in the city. Federal officers worked alongside local entities to increase police visibility and deter criminal activity in key areas.
Officials have described the effort as a test run for more sustained federal involvement should crime levels remain high. The plan Trump will outline may formalize such partnerships or expand their scope.
Catalyst for Federal Control Discussions
Trump’s renewed push followed an assault on Edward Coristine, a well-known member of the DOGE group known by the nickname “Big Balls.” The attack intensified his calls for tough measures on public safety.
In response to the incident, Trump warned city leaders that he would consider federal control of the District if local authorities did not take stronger action against crime. His stance included a proposal to change laws so that juveniles accused of serious offenses could be prosecuted as adults.
While the idea of federal control over D.C. is controversial, Trump has floated it multiple times, arguing it would allow the capital to be run under a stricter law-and-order framework.
Political and Legal Implications Ahead
If implemented, Trump’s proposals could face legal challenges from D.C. lawmakers and civil rights groups, particularly over the relocation of the homeless and federal authority in local law enforcement matters.
Supporters argue that the measures are necessary to restore safety and help residents feel secure, especially in neighborhoods that have seen spikes in crime. Critics, however, raise concerns about constitutional issues, humanitarian implications, and the potential for excessive federal overreach.
The coming White House press conference is expected to provide more specifics on timelines, funding, and whether the plan will require congressional approval. Trump has signaled that he intends to move forward quickly regardless of political pushback.
