Washington called itself a sanctuary city. Then Trump came back to town By . Catherine E. Shoichet. Updated May 28, 2025, 12:32 PM ET. PUBLISHED May 28, 2025, 6:00 AM ET.

Washington City Council approved a $35.6 million budget for 2025. The budget includes a $12.9 million capital improvement plan focused on streets, building maintenance, and the police department.