Trump’s DC Takeover Is a Threat to Public Safety — and to Trust in Law Enforcement

I know what a public safety emergency in Washington, D.C. looks like. I lived through one on January 6, 2021, when a violent mob — fueled by lies — stormed the Capitol. I was outnumbered, attacked, and beaten while trying to protect our democracy. That was a real crisis.

Before I go further, I want to say this: If you find value in hearing directly from …