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flag After federal troops left D.C., local police took over, crime dropped, but challenges remain amid budget cuts and calls for community-focused solutions.

flag One month after federal forces withdrew from Washington, D.C., the city is evaluating public safety as local police resume full control amid a government shutdown. flag Violent crime dropped significantly—homicides down 25%, robberies over a third, sex assaults nearly 40%—though most of the 2,000+ arrests were for immigration or encampment violations. flag Officials say sustained reductions stemmed more from increased FBI and DEA activity than National Guard presence. flag Leaders and activists stress the need for long-term, community-centered strategies, warning against militarized responses. flag Pay freezes and furloughs have strained local resources, prompting calls to end federal oversight and strengthen local capacity ahead of future crises.

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