EO 14333
Declaring a Crime Emergency in the District of Columbia
Law EnforcementGovernment ReformNational Security
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Summary
This executive order declares a crime emergency in Washington, D.C. and places operational control of the Metropolitan Police Department under the Attorney General for federal purposes, citing high violent crime rates and impacts on federal government operations.
Key Points
- 1Declares a crime emergency in the District of Columbia based on violent crime statistics, including a 2024 homicide rate of 27.54 per 100,000 residents and vehicle theft rates over three times the national average
- 2Directs the Mayor of D.C. to provide Metropolitan Police Department services for federal purposes for the maximum period permitted under the District of Columbia Home Rule Act
- 3Delegates presidential authority to the Attorney General to direct the Mayor and determine what Metropolitan Police services are necessary and appropriate
- 4Requires the Attorney General to monitor conditions and regularly report on the emergency status to the President
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the executive order. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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