D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser responded to President Donald Trump’s call to clear homeless encampments in the city by stating that they already have a ramped-up effort to address the issue. After being notified about a specific encampment, Bowser assured reporters that they would take care of it and that D.C. operates on a schedule for clearing encampments. She emphasized the importance of providing housing options and building trust with those living in encampments to transition them to safe housing. Bowser also noted that clearing encampments on federal lands requires coordination with the National Park Service. The city aims to avoid simply moving encampments to new locations and works to provide support to those in need. Bowser stated that they are committed to helping with clearing residents and their tents from public land. The city’s proactive approach to addressing homelessness includes scheduled clearings and efforts to provide housing solutions for those living in encampments. Bowser’s statements come in response to Trump’s directive to clear homeless encampments or have federal officials intervene.
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