Bowser leaves DC for ‘family commitment’ with district embroiled in federal takeover

Published August 14, 2025 4:26pm ET



Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser left the district as law enforcement activity surged following the federal takeover of the Metropolitan Police Department and mobilization of the National Guard.

Bowser traveled to Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts, according to several reports, though the mayor’s office did not confirm her whereabouts to the Washington Examiner.

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