Washington, D.C. has been officially federalized. President Trump invoked Section 740 of the Home Rule Act to seize control of D.C.’s police and deploy 800 National Guard troops across the city. While he cites crime and homelessness, violent crime is at historic lows—raising urgent questions about intent. At the same time, union contracts at FEMA, USCIS, and the Food Safety Inspection Service have been stripped, leaving workers vulnerable without key protections. Meanwhile, VA hospitals can’t fill critical medical positions, putting veterans’ care at risk.

In this episode, I break down how these moves are reshaping daily life in the capital, why D.C.’s unique status makes it a testing ground for expanded federal control, and what it means for federal workers, unions, and communities across the country. From pro-Trump groups targeting civil servants to Black women being pushed out of federal jobs, the future of work and democracy is on the line. Grab your cafecito—this one is urgent.

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