The White House has announced an increased federal law enforcement presence in Washington, D.C., for at least the next week to combat crime.

WASHINGTON, Aug 8 (Reuters) - The Trump administration plans to slash security funding for Washington, D.C., according to a grant notice, even as President Donald Trump asserts crime in the U.S. capital is “totally out of control.”

President Donald Trump will hold a press conference on Monday, Aug. 11, to share his plans for Washington, D.C. "On Monday, a Press Conference will be held at the White House which will, essentially,