The GOP wants to help the Trump White House in any way they can. That’s why they’re busy behind the scenes creating new legislation.
And Congressional Republicans prepare for war by putting together these bills to help the Trump admin.
Congress Targets D.C. Crime with New Legislative Efforts
The House Oversight Committee is gearing up to introduce a series of bills next month to support President Donald Trump’s aggressive push to tackle crime in Washington, D.C., sources familiar with the matter told Fox News Digital.
An insider close to the committee’s work shared that the forthcoming legislation will zero in on critical issues, aiming to “combat juvenile crime in D.C., address the D.C. education system, and end restrictive policing policies enacted by the D.C. Council that prevent law enforcement from keeping residents and visitors safe.”
This move marks an important alignment between congressional Republicans and Trump’s mission to enhance safety in the district.
As one of the two congressional bodies overseeing D.C.’s operations, the House Oversight Committee is a key player in crafting laws that address the city’s crime and governance challenges. This positions it as the primary hub for House-wide initiatives targeting these issues.
The committee is also set to hold a high-profile hearing on D.C. crime on September 18, featuring testimony from D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser, D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson, and D.C. Attorney General Brian Schwalb. The session is expected to spark a lively debate on the city’s safety strategies.
House Oversight Committee Chair James Comer (R-Ky.) remained tight-lipped about the specifics of the bills but affirmed the committee’s dedication to advancing Trump’s goals.
“President Trump and House Republicans are committed to making our nation’s capital safe for every resident and visitor. Thanks to President Trump’s swift action, crime in the District of Columbia has dropped dramatically,” Comer said to Fox News Digital.
He added, “The House Oversight Committee stands ready to advance reforms that give D.C. law enforcement the tools they need to protect the public and address the growing juvenile crime crisis.”
“Every person in our nation’s capital deserves to feel safe, and with President Trump, we will make D.C. safe again.”
Rep. Byron Donalds (R-Fla.), a committee member, has previously brought forth a bill to address juvenile crime by lowering D.C.’s definition of “youth” from 24 to 18 years old, ensuring those 18 and older are tried as adults.
While it’s uncertain if this specific proposal is among those slated for markup, it reflects the committee’s focus on reforming juvenile justice.
These efforts come on the heels of Trump’s decision to federalize D.C.’s police force for 30 days as part of a campaign to curb crime and revitalize the city.
He has also deployed National Guard units from D.C. and across the country, alongside other federal forces, to patrol the district.
On Wednesday, Trump announced that House and Senate GOP leaders “are working with me, and other Republicans, on a Comprehensive Crime Bill.”
A leadership aide also said to Fox News Digital on Tuesday that House GOP members are partnering with the White House on a package of legislation “to fix the many problems with D.C. governance and crime.”
With these developments, the House Oversight Committee is poised to play a central role in fixing D.C.’s approach to public safety, aligning with Trump’s vision to restore security and vibrancy to the nation’s capital.
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