Civil Liberties

Since August 2025, Washington has hosted sustained National Guard and federal law enforcement deployments ordered by President Donald Trump, highlighting the District’s unusual legal status and reigniting debates over home rule and statehood.

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US Customs and Border Protection has released a mobile app that allows local law enforcement to scan faces during immigration operations. The Mobile Identify app, launched on October 30, supports duties delegated by federal authorities under Section 287(g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act. It draws criticism for potential civil liberties risks similar to an existing tool used by ICE agents.