Republicans are rallying behind President Trump's efforts to crack down on crime in Washington, D.C., by bypassing Congress. The move has received mixed reactions, with some hailing it as a necessary step to address rising crime rates, while others see it as a political tactic to target black leaders in major cities.

Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas accused Trump of deliberately targeting cities with black leaders in his crime crackdown. He criticized the administration for focusing on the race of the leaders rather than addressing the root causes of crime.

On MSNBC, Joe Scarborough admitted that many Democrats are quietly cheering Trump's actions in Washington, D.C. Despite their public denouncements of the president, some Democrats see the crackdown as a positive step in addressing lawlessness in the nation's capital.

As Trump's crime crackdown continues to unfold, it remains a divisive issue that has sparked debate on the best approach to combatting crime in America. The president's bold actions are attracting both support and controversy, with the nation watching closely to see the outcomes of his efforts.