Initiative Launch
As part of President Trump’s “Make DC Safe Again” crime reduction campaign, the U.S. Marshals Service announced on X that beginning this week, they are offering a $500 reward for any tip that leads to an arrest in Washington, D.C.
Coverage and Conditions
This reward applies specifically to cases within the Marshals’ jurisdiction—fugitives, non-compliant sex offenders, and threats to the federal judiciary. Tips not relevant to those areas should instead go to local police or the FBI.
Mixed Public Reaction
The announcement drew hundreds of responses online—ranging from support to outright mockery. Some joked that law enforcement should focus on political corruption instead. Nonetheless, officials are presenting this as a focused and urgent effort against D.C.’s crime surge.
Enforcement Context
The initiative aligns with a broader “Washington, D.C. Crime Emergency” declaration—reinforcing federal control over the city’s public safety efforts in response to mounting criminal activity.
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