Washington, D.C. is grappling with a crime crisis as armed robberies and carjackings surge, prompting concern among residents and lawmakers. Recent incidents include a Washington homeowner defending their property against armed intruders and a Republican Senate staffer falling victim to a gunpoint robbery. The spike in crime has prompted the Senate security to issue a warning to members of Congress. The D.C. Council's decision to cut the police budget by $15 million has drawn criticism amidst the escalating crime rates.
Happening Now: The Senate security has sent a notice to members of Congress warning them of the spike in crime around D.C. Recently staff members and even a member of Congress have fallen victim to armed criminals. The DC Council actually cut the police budget by $15 million… https://t.co/WVcnp4Z9kS https://t.co/z0XlyikRzi
Republican Senate staffer robbed at gunpoint in Washington, DC https://t.co/kfEQPD5Jkx
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In one night last week, there were five carjackings in DC https://t.co/pcg7KjVeaZ
US Senate Staffer Robbed At Gunpoint In DC As Crime Crisis Spirals Out-Of-Control https://t.co/juuIpuAJZX
A Washington homeowner opened fire on three armed men attempting a home invasion, and the video is INSANE. Breaking into someone's house is a great way to get shot in America. WATCH: https://t.co/lYFfUO9anS https://t.co/CYMldBj0kD
Senate Sergeant at Arms sends safety bulletin for Senate staff, warning of “increase in carjacking incidents in and around Capitol Hill and the District of Columbia”