1. United States
2. Calif.
3. Letter

I'm writing to express my deep concern about the recent federal takeover of the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Police Department and the deployment of the National Guard. As a constituent, I urge you to support Washington, D.C.'s right to self-governance and protect its residents from authoritarian overreach. The Trump administration's decision to federalize the D.C. police force has sparked intense debate, with many arguing it undermines local autonomy and democracy. Given the city's violent crime rate has reached a 30-year low, the move seems unjustified and politically motivated. Critics, including D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and Attorney General Brian Schwalb, contend the action is unlawful and threatens the city's public safety. I urge you to take a strong stance in support of Washington, D.C.'s autonomy and democracy. Thank you for considering my views