The Trump administration has retreated from its initial plans to take control of the D.C. police after striking a deal with local officials and facing legal challenges. D.C. Police Chief retains command of the Metropolitan Police Department following negotiations with the Department of Justice. Tensions arose as D.C. officials pushed back against perceived federal overreach, culminating in lawsuits aimed at blocking the takeover. The administration agreed to revise orders that would have stripped authority from local law enforcement, leading to a compromise that allows the police chief to remain in charge amid ongoing discussions about immigration enforcement and policing authority.