Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful

Executive Order 2025-05837
Signed on March 28, 2025
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What it means

Creates a "DC Safe and Beautiful Task Force" to coordinate federal efforts to reduce crime and enhance Washington DC's appearance. The order directs federal agencies to enforce immigration laws, assist with concealed carry permits, and remove homeless encampments from federal lands.

Expected impact

  • Increased federal law enforcement presence in DC, particularly around monuments, parks, and transit systems
  • Potential conflict with local DC officials over immigration enforcement and sanctuary city policies
  • Beautification efforts including graffiti removal, monument restoration, and cleanup of public spaces
  • Tensions with homeless advocacy groups over encampment removals
  • Possible streamlining of concealed carry permit processes in the District

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