U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi announced on August 11, 2025, that crime in Washington, D.C., is ending effective immediately. Bondi emphasized a zero-tolerance approach, stating that every available power will be used to combat criminal activity in the capital. She highlighted the goal of making Washington, D.C., safe and beautiful again, specifically mentioning an end to drive-by shootings and rampant crime. Bondi also now has control over the Metro Police, reinforcing the administration's commitment to law enforcement efforts in the city. The announcement was made under the Trump administration, which is actively focusing on reducing crime in the nation's capital.
I am proud to welcome @AGPamBondi to South Carolina alongside @AGAlanWilson, @BryanStirling, @RepJoeWilson, @RepSheriBiggs & @RepRussellFry for a law enforcement summit. From restoring the rule of law in DC, to securing our border, to helping the homeless—we are carrying out https://t.co/TTmqwMGhMp
🚨 Assistant AG for Civil Rights Harmeet Dhillon says she’s going full force after racial violence nationwide. Says the DOJ is looking into Karmelo Anthony’s case in Texas and the attack on Holly in Cincinnati. “I'm looking at every case that I see.” “A racial element to it, https://t.co/JCZlw6B7oF
🚨Assistant AG for Civil Rights Harmeet Dhillon says she narrowly escaped multiple muggings in Washington DC THIS WEEK alone, just blocks from the White House: “I was almost mugged twice this week just two weeks ago a couple blocks away from the White House. No one is safe in https://t.co/dBXyE5FjXR