The Latest Breaking News from the Metropolitan Police Department

Trump deployed thousands of National Guard in DC - but they aren’t stopping any crime

‘It’s like they brought people here from all across the country, just to be here,’ one person says

The Independent UK · Aug 20

Child Injured in US Secret Service Shooting Near Washington Monument as Agents Exchange Gunfire With Armed Man

A juvenile was injured and a suspect hospitalised after gunfire between Secret Service officers and a man near the National Mall, leading to a brief White House lockdown.

International Business Times UK · May 5

‘Lone wolf’: Trump shares visuals of shooter Cole Allen Thomas running past security

A gunman, identified as Cole Tomas Allen, attempted to breach security at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, firing at a Secret Service agent who was protected by a bulletproof vest. President Trump described the suspect as a "lone wolf" and stated the attack was not linked to the war in…

The Times of India · Apr 26

If 'You Bring a Gun' to D.C., U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro Warns, 'You're Going to Jail'

The prosecutor's threat renewed concerns about the Trump administration's commitment to protecting Second Amendment rights.

Reason · Feb 3

Jeanine Pirro warns anyone bringing a gun into D.C will be jailed, then claims ‘I’m a proud supporter of the Second Amendment’

Pick a side, Pirro.

We Got This Covered · Feb 3

Jeffery Carroll named interim DC police chief as federal law enforcement surge continues

Veteran police officer Jeffery Carroll is taking over as interim chief of Washington's police force

The Independent UK · Dec 17, 2025

DC Police Chief Pamela Smith Accused of Manipulating Crime Data to Hide Rising Violence, House Report Reveals

A House Oversight Committee report alleges that Metropolitan Police Department Chief Pamela Smith pressured commanders to manipulate crime data, misleading the public and prompting calls for leadership change.

International Business Times UK · Dec 15, 2025

President Trump Issues Fiery Statement After National Guard Members Fatally Attacked Near White House

"[He] will pay a very steep price," the President said.

Bored Panda · Nov 26, 2025

Man arrested after crashing into White House security gate: Secret Service

"The individual was arrested & the vehicle was assessed and deemed safe" following the incident, the Secret Service said.

Axios · Oct 22, 2025

Judge takes on Trump over DC takeover as he tosses Trader Joe’s gun stop case: ‘Lawlessness cannot come from the government’

‘A high school student would know this was an illegal search,’ the judge slammed

The Independent UK · Aug 26, 2025