
Controversy Erupts Over Federal Intervention in Washington's Police Leadership
Published on: Aug. 15, 2025, 11:36 a.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
The appointment of DEA head Terry Cole as Washington's emergency police commissioner by U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi sparked criticism from local authorities. D.C. officials called the move unlawful, highlighting ongoing tensions with federal efforts to exert control over the city's police amid a debated crime situation.