President Donald Trump announced a plan to clear homeless encampments and slums in Washington, D.C., describing the situation as one of "complete and total lawlessness." He stated that homeless individuals living in parks, underpasses, and public spaces would be removed, with the administration offering assistance to those affected. Trump acknowledged that the initiative might be viewed as politically incorrect but emphasized the need to restore order in the capital. The White House, through press secretary Karoline Leavitt, indicated that homeless individuals refusing mental health services or not complying with the removal orders could face fines or jail time. The administration has urged homeless people to move out immediately and suggested rehousing them away from the capital. This crackdown has drawn attention to the broader issue of homelessness and urban decay in U.S. cities, with Washington, D.C. serving as the initial focus of the effort.