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Lobbyists Push Trump for Tougher Crime Policies Amid Safety Gains

8/14/2025

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Corporate lobbyists have swayed President Trump's military presence in Washington, D.C., advocating for tougher crime policies even as crime rates drop. Organizations like the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and Airlines for America have resisted criminal justice reforms, backing the controversial "Secure D.C." bill in 2024 that broadened police authority despite the positive trend in safety.

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Corporate lobbyists have swayed President Trump's military presence in Washington, D.C., advocating for tougher crime policies even as crime rates drop. Organizations like the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and Airlines for America have resisted criminal justice reforms, backing the controversial "Secure D.C." bill in 2024 that broadened police authority despite the positive trend in safety.