House Republicans Target DC Minors in Passed Crime Bill

The US House of Representatives has passed a bill that would allow Washington, D.C. minors as young as 14 to be tried as adults for certain violent crimes. This legislation, spearheaded by House Republicans, is part of the party's broader emphasis on addressing crime, particularly after the recent killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The bill would grant the federal government more authority over the District's criminal justice system, which has historically been controlled by local authorities. Supporters argue that this measure will help combat rising violent crime, while critics contend that it disproportionately impacts minority youth and undermines the principles of juvenile justice. The passage of this bill reflects the ongoing political tensions between the Republican-controlled House and the Democratic-led Senate, as well as the continued debate over the appropriate role of the federal government in local criminal justice matters.