After a week spent threatening a federal takeover of Washington, D.C., President Donald Trump says he has an announcement to make Monday — one which he says will end the crime he's spent the week focused on.

"On Monday, a Press Conference will be held at the White House which will, essentially, stop violent crime in Washington, D.C.," Trump said on his social media website, Truth Social .

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"It has become one of the most dangerous cities anywhere in the World. It will soon be one of the safest!!! Thank you for your attention to this matter," the post reads.

Violent crime in D.C. is down 26% so far in 2025 when compared to the same time period in 2024. Homicide has dropped 12%, and assaults with a dangerous weapon — w

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