Trump to patrol DC streets with police and military
President Donald Trump is expected to join military and law enforcement officers on patrol in Washington, D.C., on Thursday night, marking his first time on the streets since declaring a public safety emergency earlier this month.
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2 developments- Aug 18, 2025Only lean-left coverage:Trump extends power with D.C. police takeover
- Aug 21, 2025Trump to patrol DC with military and law enforcement Thursday night, officials say
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5 viewpointsTrump reveals plan to patrol DC with law enforcement—and is immediately mocked
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11 viewpointsTrump joins patrols as immigration checkpoints spread fear in some areas of Washington, D.C.
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5 viewpointsTrump says he’ll patrol DC with cops, military tonight as part of his crackdown on crime in the city
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