President Trump is renewing his call for the federal government to seize control of the nation’s capital. Following a recent attempted carjacking by two 15-year-olds in Washington, the president said DC needs to “get its act together.” He said the government may need to federalize the city. Since 1973, DC has operated under “home rule,” […]
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Trump talks of the federal govt seizing control of D.C.
President Trump is renewing his call for the federal government to seize control of the nation’s capital. Following a recent attempted carjacking by two 15-year-olds in Washington, the president said DC needs to “get its act together.” He said the government may need to federalize the city. Since 1973, DC has operated under “home rule,” which grants the city an elected mayor and council while remaining under congressional oversight.