7530, the D.C. Criminal Reforms to Immediately Make Everyone Safe (DC CRIMES) Act, and H.R. D.C. autonomy and D.C. statehood are civil rights and racial justice issues. [4] D.C. residents deserve the same right as any other citizens to decide the laws that are best for their community. D.C. residents are best situated to address their own criminal justice statutes and deserve to determine these policies without congressional interference. Former D.C. Police Chief Robert Contee previously noted his frustration with the disciplinary system and having to rehire such officers.

Source: Washington Post May 13, 2024 22:18 UTC