Executive Order 14333: Declaring a Crime Emergency in the District of Columbia

The President has declared a crime emergency in Washington, D.C., citing record-high rates of homicides, robberies, and vehicle thefts that now outpace every state in the nation. This escalation, officials warn, threatens not only residents and visitors but also the core operations of the federal government. To respond, the order directs the Metropolitan Police Department to provide services for federal purposes under the supervision of the Attorney General. The action underscores the urgent need to restore safety and security in the nation’s capital.