Trump’s Death Penalty Push in Washington: Tough Justice or Political Theater?

In a bold declaration emblematic of his tough-on-crime stance, President Donald Trump announced that anyone convicted of murder in Washington, D.C. will face the death penalty. This threat was presented during the seventh Cabinet meeting as part of his administration’s plan to reclaim safety in the nation’s capital. Does Harsh Punishment Translate Into Safer Streets? Trump’s proclamation—"If someone kills someone in the capital, death penalty"—may sound definitive, but does this policy truly address the root causes of crime? Although he described the measure as “very strong prevention,” it raises critical questions about efficacy and justice. Washington is currently experiencing its...