Trump Teases Federal Takeover of D.C. if Socialist Candidate Wins

Last August, Trump ordered a federal takeover of the city’s police force and deployed National Guard troops throughout Washington.

The move generated fierce opposition from local officials and congressional Democrats, who accused the administration of undermining local self-government.

While the direct federal control of the police department ended after several weeks, National Guard personnel have remained stationed in the city, and Pentagon officials have indicated the deployment could continue through the end of Trump’s term.

George quickly responded to Trump’s latest comments, calling them a direct threat to local democracy.

“Threatening home rule because you do not like how residents vote is an attack on democracy itself,” she said.

“The people of D.C. elect the mayor of D.C., and they want someone who will stand up to Donald Trump.”

George, a member of the Democratic Socialists of America, has built her campaign around housing affordability, lower living costs, expanded social programs, and public safety reforms.