
National Guard Surge in DC: Trump's Controversial Crime Emergency Gamble
Published on: Aug. 19, 2025, 7:59 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
The deployment of National Guard troops in Washington, DC, will significantly increase as states contribute to President Trump's controversial federal intervention, aiming to tackle crime in the nation's capital. This move, met with mixed reactions, comes amid debates over its necessity and effectiveness.