Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser praised the results of President Donald Trump’s law enforcement surge in the nation’s capital, pointing to sharp declines in crime since the increase in federal officers began.

Speaking with reporters, Bowser credited the cooperation between federal law enforcement and the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) for the significant reductions, particularly in carjackings.

“We greatly appreciate the surge of officers that enhance what MPD has been able to do in this city,” Bowser said.

According to the mayor, carjackings were among the “most troubling” crimes in the district in 2023.

She noted that in the 20 days since the expansion of federal presence in Washington, carjackings had dropped by 87 percent compared to the same period the previous year.

Overall crime in the district also decreased by 15 percent during the same timeframe.

“We know that when carjackings go down, when use of gun goes down, when homicide or robbery go down, neighborhoods feel safer and are safer, so this surge has been important to us,” Bowser said.

The mayor added that she has been in direct contact with Attorney General Pam Bondi and White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles throughout the law enforcement effort.

She said the collaboration has led to an increase in stops that have resulted in the seizure of illegal firearms and stronger accountability measures.

Bowser emphasized that the surge has provided resources the city needed to combat rising crime.

She credited the enhanced coordination between local and federal authorities with disrupting criminal activity and giving law enforcement new tools to restore safety in neighborhoods across the city.

The mayor noted that while the MPD continues its regular operations, the added presence of federal officers has allowed for greater enforcement and prevention efforts.

Officials have said the partnership is part of a broader initiative aimed at reducing violent crime and addressing the surge in carjackings that plagued the city in recent years.

Data released by city officials reflected Bowser’s comments, showing measurable improvements in public safety indicators since the additional officers were deployed.

Authorities said they would continue to monitor crime levels and adjust strategies as necessary, but the early numbers point to substantial progress in a short period of time.

Federal agencies working alongside MPD in the city include the FBI, the U.S. Marshals Service, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, among others.

Together, the expanded presence has increased patrols, enforcement operations, and intelligence sharing.

City leaders said the cooperation has produced faster response times and better coordination on investigations involving firearms, carjackings, and violent crime patterns.

The administration has also highlighted community engagement efforts alongside enforcement, aimed at building trust while addressing ongoing safety concerns.

Mayor Bowser said the drop in carjackings and other crimes has already been felt by residents in neighborhoods across Washington.

She reiterated that the combination of federal resources with MPD’s work has been central to the improvements.

The 87 percent reduction in carjackings during the 20-day period marks one of the steepest short-term declines in recent memory, according to city officials.

Along with the overall 15 percent drop in crime, Bowser said the figures demonstrate that the increased law enforcement presence is producing results.

Authorities plan to continue the surge for the time being while assessing its long-term impact.

Bowser said she expects continued cooperation with the Trump administration, the Department of Justice, and federal law enforcement partners to sustain the downward trend in crime.