Additional Measures To Address The Crime Emergency In The District Of Columbia

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The President declared a crime emergency in Washington, D.C., citing violence and disorder affecting the functioning of the Federal Government.
Further actions are mandated to address conditions detailed in Executive Order 14333.

Directed Actions:

National Park Police:
- Hire additional members to enforce laws and maintain safety.
United States Attorney for D.C.:
- Hire additional prosecutors to focus on violent and property crimes.
D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force:
- Create an online portal for law enforcement applicants.
- Establish a specialized unit for public safety that can also be deployed in other cities.
District of Columbia National Guard:
- Secretary of Defense to create and equip a specialized unit for public safety in D.C.
- Ensure state National Guards are trained and available for civil disturbances.
- Establish a standing National Guard quick reaction force for rapid deployment.
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD):
- Investigate compliance with safety and crime-prevention requirements within D.C. housing agreements.
- Refer findings of non-compliance to relevant enforcement authorities.
Department of Transportation:
- Conduct inspections and audits of federally-funded transit services for worker safety.

Attorney General's Role:

Review and request updates to the Metropolitan Police Department General Orders to address the crime emergency.

General Provisions:

Invalid provisions do not affect the rest of the order.
The order does not affect the authority of executive departments or the functions of the Office of Management and Budget.
Implementation is subject to applicable law and appropriations.
No enforceable rights or benefits against the U.S. or its entities are created by this order.