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Toronto Sun
21 minutes ago
- Toronto Sun
Trump's Washington takeover begins as National Guard troops arrive
Published Aug 12, 2025 • 5 minute read Members of the National Guard walk from the DC Joint Force Headquarters to the DC Armory in Washington, DC, on August 12, 2025. Donald Trump on August 11 deployed military and federal law enforcement to curb violent crime in Washington, as he seeks to make good on his campaign pledge to be a "law and order" president. The Republican leader said he would place the city's Metropolitan Police under federal government control while also sending the National Guard onto the streets of the US capital. The overwhelmingly Democratic city faces allegations from Republican politicians that it is overrun by crime, plagued by homelessness and financially mismanaged -- although violent offenses are down. (Photo by Jim WATSON / AFP) Photo by JIM WATSON / AFP WASHINGTON — Some of the 800 National Guard members deployed by President Donald Trump began arriving in the nation's capital on Tuesday, ramping up after the White House ordered federal forces to take over the city's police department and reduce crime in what the president called — without substantiation — a lawless city. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. 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Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account The influx came the morning after Trump announced he would be activating the guard members and taking over the department. He cited a crime emergency — but referred to the same crime that city officials stress is already falling noticeably. The president holds the legal right to make such moves for at least a month. Mayor Muriel Bowser pledged to work alongside the federal officials Trump has tasked with overseeing the city's law enforcement, while insisting the police chief remained in charge of the department and its officers. 'How we got here or what we think about the circumstances — right now we have more police, and we want to make sure we use them,' she told reporters. The tone was a shift the day before, when Bowser said Trump's plan to take over the Metropolitan Police Department and call in the National Guard was not a productive step and argued his perceived state of emergency simply doesn't match the declining crime numbers. Still, the law gives the federal government more sway over the capital city than in U.S. states, and Bowser said her administration's ability to push back is limited. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Attorney General Pam Bondi, meanwhile, called the Tuesday morning meeting productive in a social media post and said the Justice Department would 'work closely with the D.C. city government' to 'make Washington, D.C., safe again.' The city and Trump have had a bumpy relationship While Trump invokes his plan by saying that 'we're going to take our capital back,' Bowser and the MPD maintain that violent crime overall in Washington has decreased to a 30-year low after a sharp rise in 2023. Carjackings, for example, dropped about 50% in 2024 and are down again this year. More than half of those arrested, however, are juveniles, and the extent of those punishments is a point of contention for the Trump administration. Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Bowser, a Democrat, spent much of Trump's first term in office openly sparring with the Republican president. She fended off his initial plans for a military parade through the streets and stood in public opposition when he called in a multi-agency flood of federal law enforcement to confront anti-police brutality protesters in summer 2020. She later had the words 'Black Lives Matter' painted in giant yellow letters on the street about a block from the White House. In Trump's second term, backed by Republican control of both houses of Congress, Bowser has walked a public tightrope for months, emphasizing common ground with the Trump administration on issues such as the successful effort to bring the NFL's Washington Commanders back to the District of Columbia. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. She watched with open concern for the city streets as Trump finally got his military parade this summer. Her decision to dismantle Black Lives Matter Plaza earlier this year served as a neat metaphor for just how much the power dynamics between the two executives had evolved. Now that fraught relationship enters uncharted territory as Trump has followed through on months of what many D.C. officials had quietly hoped were empty threats. The new standoff has cast Bowser in a sympathetic light, even among her longtime critics. 'It's a power play and we're an easy target,' said Clinique Chapman, CEO of the D.C. Justice Lab. A frequent critic of Bowser, whom she accuses of 'over policing our youth' with the recent expansions of Washington's youth curfew, Chapman said Trump's latest move 'is not about creating a safer D.C. It's just about power.' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Bowser contends that all the power resides with Trump and that her administration can do little other than comply and make the best of it. As long as Washington remains a federal enclave with limited autonomy under the 1973 Home Rule Act, she said, it will remain vulnerable to such takeovers. 'We know that access to our democracy is tenuous,' Bowser said. 'That is why you have heard me, and many many Washingtonians before me, advocate for full statehood for the District of Columbia.' Section 740 of the Home Rule Act allows the president to take over Washington's police for up to 30 days during times of emergencies. No president has done so before, said Monica Hopkins, executive director of the American Civil Liberties Union's D.C. chapter. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'That should alarm everyone,' she said, 'not just in Washington.' For Trump, the effort to take over public safety in Washington reflects an escalation of his aggressive approach to law enforcement. The District of Columbia's status as a congressionally established federal district gives him a unique opportunity to push his tough-on-crime agenda, though he has not proposed solutions to the root causes of homelessness or crime. 'Let me be crystal clear,' Attorney General Pam Bondi said during Trump's announcement news conference. 'Crime in D.C. is ending and ending today.' The action fits a presidential pattern Trump's declaration of a state of emergency fits the general pattern of his second term in office. He has declared states of emergency on issues ranging from border protection to economic tariffs, enabling him to essentially rule via executive order. In many cases, he has moved forward while the courts sorted them out. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Bowser's claims about successfully driving down violent crime rates received backing earlier this year from an unlikely source. Ed Martin, Trump's original choice for U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, issued a press release in April hailing a 25% drop in violent crime rates from the previous year. 'Thanks to the leadership of President Trump and the efforts of our 'Make D.C. Safe Again' initiative, the District has seen a significant decline in violent crime,' Martin said. 'We are proving that strong enforcement, and smart policies can make our communities safer.' In May, Trump abandoned his efforts to get Martin confirmed for the post in the face of opposition in Congress. His replacement candidate, former judge and former Fox News host Jeanine Pirro, was recently confirmed. On Monday, Pirro — standing next to Trump _ called his takeover 'the step that we need right now to make criminals understand that they are not going to get away with it anymore.' Toronto Blue Jays Toronto Blue Jays World Columnists Columnists
CTV News
an hour ago
- CTV News
U.S. court says Trump's DOGE team can access sensitive data
U.S. President Donald Trump speaks in the Oval Office of the White House, Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein) A U.S. appeals court on Tuesday rejected a bid by a group of unions to block the Trump administration government downsizing team known as the Department of Government Efficiency from accessing sensitive data on Americans. The Virginia-based 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in a 2-1 decision said the unions were unlikely to prevail on claims that DOGE would violate federal privacy laws by accessing data at the U.S. Department of Education, Treasury Department, and Office of Personnel Management. The court refused to block DOGE's access to the agencies' computer systems and data such as Social Security numbers and individuals' citizenship status pending the outcome of the case. The decision reverses a temporary injunction issued by a federal judge in Maryland, which had been paused by the appeals court in April. The agencies involved in the case and the unions that sued, which include the American Federation of Teachers and the National Federation of Federal Employees, did not immediately respond to requests for comment. President Donald Trump after taking office in January launched DOGE, then headed by billionaire Elon Musk, to dramatically shrink government bureaucracy and federal spending. DOGE, which is not a formal government agency, has overseen job and spending cuts at nearly every federal agency and has been the focus of numerous lawsuits. Musk stepped down from DOGE in May after publicly falling out with Trump. The 4th Circuit on Tuesday said the unions that sued along with a group of military veterans had not shown how they would be injured by DOGE accessing agencies' computer systems. They also probably lacked legal standing to sue because that access is not a 'final agency action' that can form the basis of a lawsuit, the court said. A dissenting judge said it was prudent to temporarily block access to the data while the case plays out, and that the standard his colleagues had imposed on the plaintiffs was too high. Reporting by Daniel Wiessner in Albany, New YorkEditing by Tomasz Janowski, Reuters
Globe and Mail
2 hours ago
- Globe and Mail
Cannabis ETFs Soar as Trump Mulls Over Marijuana Reclassification
Cannabis stocks and ETFs soared on Monday after reports that U.S. President Donald Trump is considering reclassifying marijuana to a less restrictive drug category. The potential move would shift marijuana from Schedule I, where it currently sits alongside heroin and cocaine, to Schedule III. Such a change would allow cannabis companies to claim standard business tax deductions and credits, expand access to banking and open the door to more medical research. Trump first floated the idea at a fundraising event earlier this month, and on Monday confirmed that his administration is 'looking at' the issue, with a decision expected in the coming weeks. The news sparked a broad sector rally. Trulieve Cannabis Corp. (TRUL) surged 35%, Tilray TLRY jumped 32%, Curaleaf Holdings climbed 29% and Canopy Growth CGC gained 24%. Nevis Brands and SNDL (SNDL) each advanced 17%, while Aurora Cannabis ACB rose 15% and Cronos Group (CRON) added nearly 14%. In the ETF world. Roundhill Cannabis ETF WEED stole the show, climbing 29.4% on the day. This was followed by gains of 27.8% in Amplify Seymour Cannabis ETF CNBS, 27.0% in Amplify Alternative Harvest ETF MJ, 25.7% in AdvisorShares Pure US Cannabis ETF MSOS and 24.3% in AdvisorShares Pure Cannabis ETF YOLO. The solid trading is likely to continue at least in the near term, should reclassification be enacted (see: all the Marijuana ETFs here). Reclassification: A Major Shift A reclassification could potentially expand the market for marijuana, which is a multi-billion-dollar industry in the United States and a cash crop in many states where cannabis has been newly legalized. A Schedule III classification could ease banking restrictions, allowing businesses to have more straightforward access to banking services and attract investors. The reclassification could alleviate some of the tax burdens and help shift public perception, further legitimizing the medical cannabis industry and potentially paving the way for broader acceptance and use of marijuana as a therapeutic agent. Additionally, a shift in the classification could provide momentum for more states to consider medical or recreational legalization, as it would signal a change in the federal government's stance on the drug's potential risks and benefits. Nearly 40 states in the United States have already legalized marijuana in various capacities. Moving marijuana to Schedule III would provide clearer regulatory guidelines for businesses, potentially leading to more consistent product quality and safety standards across the industry. ETFs to Tap Roundhill Cannabis ETF (WEED) Roundhill Cannabis ETF offers concentrated exposure to the largest U.S. cannabis companies. Roundhill believes that continued legalization by both U.S. states and foreign governments globally results in an attractive growth profile for the cannabis sector. Roundhill Cannabis ETF holds five leading U.S. MSOs in its basket. Roundhill Cannabis ETF has gathered $6.4 million in its asset base so far. It charges 41 bps in annual fees and trades in 42,000 shares a day, on average (read: Top & Flop ETFs of the First Half of 2025). Amplify Seymour Cannabis ETF (CNBS) Amplify Seymour Cannabis ETF is an actively managed fund that provides diversified U.S. exposure across the cannabis ecosystem, including cannabis plants, support and ancillary businesses. It holds 32 securities in its basket, with a higher concentration in the top three firms. MSOs is the top industry in the CNBS basket at 35.3%, while cultivation and retail make up 18.7% share. With an AUM of $76.2 million, Amplify Seymour Cannabis ETF charges 76 bps in annual fees and trades in an average daily volume of 11,000 shares. Amplify Alternative Harvest ETF (MJ) Amplify Alternative Harvest ETF is the first ETF focusing on the global cannabis/marijuana industry. It tracks the Prime Alternative Harvest Index, designed to measure the performance of companies within the cannabis ecosystem, benefiting from global medicinal and recreational cannabis legalization initiatives. Amplify Alternative Harvest ETF holds 10 securities in its basket. It has an AUM of $128.5 million and charges 76 bps in annual fees. Amplify Alternative Harvest ETF trades in an average daily volume of 54,000 shares. AdvisorShares Pure US Cannabis ETF (MSOS) AdvisorShares Pure US Cannabis ETF is the first actively managed ETF listed in the United States with dedicated cannabis exposure, focusing exclusively on U.S. companies, including MSOs. It holds 24 securities in its basket, with a double-digit concentration on the top three firms. AdvisorShares Pure US Cannabis ETF has amassed $521 million in its asset base and trades in an average daily volume of $9.4 million shares. It charges 77 bps in annual fees. AdvisorShares Pure Cannabis ETF (YOLO) AdvisorShares Pure Cannabis ETF is an actively managed fund with dedicated cannabis exposure available in the United States. YOLO seeks long-term capital appreciation by investing in domestic and foreign cannabis equity securities. AdvisorShares Pure Cannabis ETF holds a basket of 22 stocks, with Canadian firms making up 52.6% of the portfolio, followed by American firms with 42.4% share. AdvisorShares Pure Cannabis ETF has gathered $31.3 million in its asset base and charges 1.12% in annual fees. YOLO trades in an average daily volume of 55,000 shares. Boost Your Portfolio with Our Top ETF Insights Zacks' exclusive Fund Newsletter delivers actionable information, top news and analysis, as well as top-performing ETFs, straight to your inbox every week. Don't miss out on this valuable resource. It's free! Get it now >> Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Amplify Alternative Harvest ETF (MJ): ETF Research Reports Canopy Growth Corporation (CGC): Free Stock Analysis Report Tilray Brands, Inc. (TLRY): Free Stock Analysis Report Aurora Cannabis Inc. (ACB): Free Stock Analysis Report AdvisorShares Pure Cannabis ETF (YOLO): ETF Research Reports Amplify Seymour Cannabis ETF (CNBS): ETF Research Reports Roundhill Cannabis ETF (WEED): ETF Research Reports
