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Republican members of Congress are proposing several bills that back President Donald Trump’s federal law enforcement surge, including a measure that would extend it for six months.

The president’s declared crime emergency is scheduled to end after 30 days, unless Congress approves an extension.

Many GOP lawmakers have said they will be ready to vote for an extension, if the president believes it is necessary.

Republican Rep. Andy Biggs, who represents Arizona’s 5th District, has proposed legislation to amend the D.C. Home Rule Act, so that a president would be allowed to assert control over D.C. police for 180 days.

“My legislation ensures that President Trum

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