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The legal battle over Trump's escalation to intervene in DC's law enforcement

By Brian Mann
Published August 16, 2025 at 5:01 AM PDT

Washington, D.C., has filed a lawsuit to block President Trump's claim of authority over the city's police department. Experts say the legal fight raises constitutional questions and potential public safety dangers.

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Brian Mann is NPR's first national addiction correspondent. He also covers breaking news in the U.S. and around the world.
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