MSNBC Contributors Criticize Trump’s Federalization of D.C. Crime Crackdown, Epstein Distraction, and Democratic Process Concerns

President Donald Trump has federalized Washington, D.C., implementing a crime crackdown that has drawn sharp criticism from MSNBC contributors and commentators. Several MSNBC panelists expressed strong opposition, with one contributor stating he was "trying to hold my temper" and accusing Trump of using the move to distract his base from the Epstein story at the expense of D.C. residents. The criticism includes concerns that Trump's actions could undermine the democratic process in the district. Meanwhile, questions have been raised about why the D.C. mayor has not pursued legal action against the federal takeover. Former MSNBC host Mehdi Hasan has also commented on the situation, further highlighting the controversy surrounding the federalization of the city.