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Mayor Appoints Interim Chief Amid Crime Surge Concerns

12/18/2025

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Mayor Muriel Bowser announced Interim Chief Jeffery Carroll will lead the Metropolitan Police Department.
Carroll has served with the department since 2002.
The change occurs amid a federal law enforcement surge initiated by U.S. President Donald Trump to address rising crime rates.
Former Chief Pamela Smith faced challenges such as federal control and staffing shortages.
Despite a 17% drop in crime, Bowser will not seek reelection next year.

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Mayor Muriel Bowser announced Interim Chief Jeffery Carroll will lead the Metropolitan Police Department.
Carroll has served with the department since 2002.
The change occurs amid a federal law enforcement surge initiated by U.S. President Donald Trump to address rising crime rates.
Former Chief Pamela Smith faced challenges such as federal control and staffing shortages.
Despite a 17% drop in crime, Bowser will not seek reelection next year.