As Mayor, I will make public safety a top priority. Washington, D.C. should be a city where every resident feels secure in their neighborhood, not one where fear of crime limits where families go or how they live. Too many residents are concerned about rising crime, slow emergency response times, and a police force that has seen its staffing drop to the lowest levels in decades.

Public safety is the foundation of a vibrant and thriving city. To restore it, we must focus on rebuilding our police force, fixing our emergency systems, and investing in community-based prevention.

Law Enforcement & Smarter Deployment

Safety requires a police force that is both fully staffed and effectively managed. We must move beyond slogans and focus on execution.

Through my administration, we will rebuild the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) by offering competitive compensation and comprehensive training, including specialized mental health crisis intervention. We will also ensure our officers can afford to live in the communities they serve through housing incentives, property tax abatements, and local discount programs.

When law enforcement is well-equipped, well-trained, and embedded within the community, we foster the trust and cooperation necessary to reduce crime.

Emergency Response & The 911 System

When a resident calls for help, the system must respond quickly and consistently. Our current emergency infrastructure is stretched thin, leading to unacceptable delays in response times.

We will fully staff 911 call centers and modernize the system with transparent, real-time monitoring and clear performance benchmarks. Through the Public Safety Support branch of the Capital Corps, we will create a trained pipeline for dispatchers and emergency staff, allowing us to divert non-emergency calls to 311 and free up officers for critical situations.

By stabilizing retention and improving coordination between MPD, Fire, and EMS, we ensure that the city’s response matches the urgency of the crisis.

Prevention & Youth Opportunity

Enforcement alone is not enough to keep our city safe; we must prioritize prevention and intervention. This means identifying at-risk individuals early and providing them with the structure and support they need to succeed.

My administration will expand community-based healthcare and mental health services to address the root causes of trauma and violence. We will also invest heavily in our younger residents through the Capital Corps Youth path, providing after-school programs, vocational training, and mentorship to ensure they have a place of purpose and belonging.

When we provide safe, productive pathways for our youth and strengthen families, we build a long-term foundation for a more peaceful city.

A City Where Everyone is Safe

Public safety is about more than just statistics. It is about whether people can live, work, and thrive in Washington, D.C. with peace of mind.

When our police are supported, our emergency systems are reliable, and our youth have opportunity, we create a secure environment where every ward can flourish.

As Mayor, I will fight to restore trust in city leadership and ensure that D.C. works for the people who call it home.

Because when our city is safe, our communities grow stronger.

DC Lives Here. Expect More.