The District of Columbia has local officials, including a mayor, who have authority to direct local law enforcement within the district.
November 20, 2025
high
legal
Structure of local governance and law-enforcement authority in the District of Columbia.
Federal courts can issue injunctions ordering executive-branch actions to cease, and judges can stay (put on hold) those injunctions for a limited period to permit an appeal.
November 20, 2025
high
procedural
Judicial injunctive authority and the common practice of staying orders pending appeal.