President Donald J. Trump has announced additional measures to address what he calls a crime emergency in the District of Columbia. The new executive order builds on Executive Order 14333, issued two weeks earlier, which declared a crime emergency in the nation's capital.
According to the White House, the latest actions direct several federal agencies to step up their efforts to improve public safety and restore order in Washington, D.C. "Two weeks ago, I declared a crime emergency in the District of Columbia to address the rampant violence and disorder that have undermined the proper and safe functioning of the Federal Government, and therefore, the Nation, and that have led to disgraceful conditions in our Nation’s capital. In furtherance of Executive Order 14333 of August 11, 2025 (Declaring a Crime Emergency in the District of Columbia), I am now ordering further actions to address the conditions described in that Executive Order."
The order instructs the Director of the National Park Service to hire more members of the United States Park Police for duty within D.C., as resources allow. These officers are tasked with enforcing all relevant laws within their jurisdiction.
The U.S. Attorney for D.C. is also directed to bring on additional prosecutors focused on violent and property crimes.
In addition, an online portal will be established by the D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force for individuals with law enforcement backgrounds who wish to apply for positions supporting these policy goals. Specialized units dedicated to maintaining public safety will be formed within each member agency of this task force as well as certain Department of Justice components.
The Secretary of Defense is ordered to create a specialized unit within the D.C. National Guard aimed at supporting public safety missions in Washington under Title 32 authority. Members may be deputized by federal officials as appropriate. The Secretary must also ensure every state’s Army National Guard and Air National Guard are prepared for rapid mobilization if needed nationwide.
Other measures include investigations by HUD into non-compliance with crime-prevention requirements among housing providers in D.C., with findings referred to law enforcement agencies where appropriate. The Secretary of Transportation will increase oversight regarding safety risks facing transit workers on federally funded services operating within D.C.
Finally, the Attorney General is asked to review current Metropolitan Police Department General Orders and recommend updates or changes deemed necessary for addressing ongoing crime concerns.
"If any provision of this order, or the application of any provision to any individual or circumstance, is held to be invalid, the remainder of this order and the application of its other provisions to any other individuals or circumstances shall not be affected thereby," reads part of Section 4 concerning severability.
"This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law and subject to the availability of appropriations," states Section 5 regarding general provisions.
The costs associated with publishing this executive order will be covered by the Department of Justice.
