All eyes are on Washington, D.C. after President Trump stated Wednesday that the federal government should take control of the District. “I think we should take over Washington, D.C. — make it safe,” he said.

President Donald Trump is throwing his support behind congressional efforts for a federal takeover of the nation’s capital, saying he approves putting the District of Columbia back under direct federal control.

President Donald Trump voiced his support for repealing the District of Columbia’s Home Rule Act, citing crime, homelessness and “graffiti.” Trump relayed his stance Wednesday to reporters aboard Air Force One.