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Trump threatens to ‘take back’ DC if democratic socialist is elected as mayor

Trump threatens to ‘take back’ DC if democratic socialist is elected as mayor

Summary

President Donald Trump said the federal government might take control of Washington, D.C., if a democratic socialist candidate wins the mayoral race. He expressed dislike for the possibility and suggested running the city under federal authority.

Key Facts

  • President Trump made the comment on Thursday.
  • He warned about a democratic socialist candidate potentially becoming mayor of Washington, D.C.
  • Trump used the phrase “take back Washington” to describe federal government intervention.
  • The current mayor, Muriel Bowser, is leaving office.
  • Trump suggested the city could be run on a federal basis instead of local control.
  • The statement responded to a question about the mayoral race outcome.
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