The U.S. Attorney's Office has charged 24 individuals with federal gun crimes as part of the 'Make D.C. Safe Again' initiative. This effort supports President Trump's Executive Order aimed at improving the safety and appearance of Washington D.C., according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
In April, law enforcement officials filed six new federal firearms cases, targeting several individuals, including a former manslaughter convict and a man arrested near a community recreation center. U.S. Attorney Edward R. Martin, Jr. said, "As a result of the Make D.C. Safe Again surge, more dangerous offenders are off the streets," as reported by the U.S. Attorney's Office.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, along with the Metropolitan Police Department, have conducted investigations leading to indictments under the 'Make D.C. Safe Again' campaign. These indictments are formal charges, not convictions, and all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court. The campaign is focused on reducing gun violence and improving safety in Washington, D.C., as stated by the U.S. Attorney's Office.
