Trump deploys National Guard to Washington DC and pledges crime crackdown

Published: 8/11/2025
Trump deploys National Guard to Washington DC and pledges crime crackdown
President Trump deploys National Guard to Washington DC, promising a crackdown on crime and homelessness in the capital. The announcement comes after Trump declared a "public safety emergency" and deployed 800 National Guard troops alongside federal law enforcement officers to address what he described as "lawlessness." Mayor Muriel Bowser refutes claims of a crime wave, citing statistics showing a decrease in crime rates. Trump also addresses homelessness, stating intentions to improve the city's appearance for dignitaries. Protestors gather outside the White House in opposition to Trump's actions, concerned about federal control over the city.