The mother of a 21-year-old Congressional intern who was fatally shot in Washington, D.C., has publicly praised President Donald Trump for his efforts to enhance safety in the capital. She expressed gratitude during remarks following Trump's announcement of a crime crackdown in the city, emphasizing that her son, Eric, did not die in vain. The incident has drawn attention amid broader discussions on crime and public safety in Washington, D.C. Additionally, separate events have taken place, including a memorial gathering in Phoenix for 10-year-old Rebekah Baptiste, who was murdered, with her father and his girlfriend charged in connection to the case.