Federal safety surge to deploy in DC ahead of America250 events

Ahead of the highly anticipated America 250 events, a major federal safety surge is being planned for the District.

The Department of Justice has announced a comprehensive summer crackdown aimed at reducing crime and maintaining public order during the upcoming historical celebrations.

To ensure security during the influx of visitors and events surrounding the 250th anniversary of the United States, federal authorities will be stepping up their presence.

The DOJ will work in tandem with local law enforcement, while increasing the deployment of National Guard troops to assist with city-wide security.

Juvenile curfews

A major focus of the new safety initiative is curbing large, unsupervised gatherings of teenagers.

The U.S. Attorney's office is also pushing for stricter enforcement of existing juvenile laws, urging D.C. Police to actively issue citations to parents whose children are found violating the city's juvenile curfew.