Congress Prepares to Debate Crime Bill Amid Trump’s Washington, D.C. Initiative

Senator Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) confirmed he had discussed the matter with President Trump, Attorney General Pam Bondi, and White House staff to determine how Congress can assist in improving safety in the city.

Attorney General Bondi stated that the Department of Justice will collaborate closely with local police, federal law enforcement, and Congress. The goal is to reduce violent crime and protect all residents and visitors in Washington, D.C.

The White House has indicated that a package will soon be sent to Congress, specifically to Senators Lindsey Graham and Katie Britt, who chairs the Homeland Security appropriations subcommittee.

This initiative, called the D.C. Security Fund, aims to provide resources needed for better policing, infrastructure improvements, and overall safety in the capital.Continue reading…