Washington, D.C. is bracing for the potential impact of a second Trump presidency, with city officials fearing the loss of their limited self-governance. While city leaders have determined to defend their autonomy, they are aware that little can stop Trump from federalizing the capital and imposing his will on the city. Trump has threatened to “take over” D.C., causing concern among local officials who fear the potential consequences for the district’s police force, regulations, and overall governance. While there are some areas of potential collaboration between Trump and D.C., such as the revitalization of federal buildings and the retention of the FBI headquarters, there are significant differences between the two sides that could lead to conflict. Republicans in Congress have a history of using riders to micromanage D.C., and there are concerns about potential attacks on abortion rights and other issues, especially given the Supreme Court’s changing landscape. The possibility of Congress repealing the D.C. Home Rule Act, similar to the establishment of the Financial Control Board in the 1990s, is also a point of worry for city officials. Ultimately, Washington, D.C. is preparing to defend its values and autonomy in the face of a potential second Trump presidency.
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Washingtonians fear Trump will crush them in his second term after protesting his first in D.C.
