US Park Police Under Trump Administration Embrace High-Speed Chases, Resulting in Fatalities
Under President Trump's administration, the US Park Police have adopted a more aggressive pursuit policy, leading to an increase in high-speed chases. This policy shift, part of a broader effort to enhance security in Washington, DC, has resulted in over 400 chases in the past year, a significant increase from previous years. The policy has led to two fatalities, including the death of Nolberto Meza, a Venezuelan national, during a chase involving a stolen vehicle. The change in policy has sparked debate among law enforcement experts about the risks and benefits of high-speed pursuits.