Trump orders Cabinet departments to find solution to DC’s mosquito problem
President Donald Trump launched a campaign to dramatically reduce tick and mosquito populations across Washington, directing federal agencies to cut invasive mosquito populations by 90% and the city’s tick population by 50% over the next two years.
TL;DR
- President Donald Trump has launched a campaign to reduce tick and mosquito populations in Washington D.C.
- Federal agencies are directed to cut invasive mosquito populations by 90%.
- The city's tick population is targeted for a 50% reduction over the next two years.
- The goal is to enable people to enjoy the nation's capital without the threat of pests.