Trump on DC Crime and Mayor Muriel Bowser Amid Police Takeover

Addressing DC Crime Concerns

• 🎯 President Trump stated that the crime issue in Washington D.C. is serious and encouraged members of the press to do ride-alongs with the DC police to understand its severity.
• 🤝 He affirmed a willingness to work with the DC police, noting that many officers are very good and professional.

Mayor Muriel Bowser's Role

• 💬 Trump referred to D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser as a "very nice woman" but emphasized the need for her to "do the job."
• 📊 He mentioned working with the mayor for six months and stated that crime numbers have worsened, contradicting official reports.
• ⚠️ The President criticized the statistical charts presented, calling them a "rigged deal" and suggesting that the data was manipulated to show improvement.

Media Access and Transparency

• 📰 Trump indicated that if the media wishes to ride along with the police, it would be acceptable, provided they feel it is safe.
• 🗣️ He pledged to be "very open about what we're doing" regarding the situation in D.C.