Policies & Analysis
Learn more about the policies and actions taken by the Trump-Vance administration, and how they threaten communities, freedoms, and democracy.
The Trump-Vance Administration is trying to
Seize control of DC Police
This order places the District of Columbia police department under the Trump administration's control.
Declaring a Crime Emergency in the District of Columbia
EO 14333
August 11, 2025
Over the protests of local leaders, President Trump has invoked Section 740 of the Home Rule Act, which gives the president the ability to use the District of Columbia's police department for "federal purposes." Under this order, the local DC Metropolitan Police Department is under the control of U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi. The policy expires in 30 days unless it is extended by the U.S. Congress. This order represents a usurpation of local authority by the federal government. It may put DC residents at increased risk of harmful encounters with law enforcement. It also provides another example of President Trump erroneously declaring an "emergency" to expand his power.
People are fighting back
How communities are responding
Democracy 2025 and our partners are ready to counter threats to people's rights, justice, and equality in courtrooms and communities across the country. Learn more about how people and communities are responding to this harmful policy:
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