Trump Federalizes DC Police, Deploys National Guard

Trump Federalizes DC Police, Deploys National Guard
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Above: U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a press conference at the White House on Aug. 11, 2025. Image copyright: Andrew Harnik/Getty Images

The Spin

Republican narrative

This decisive action addresses the out-of-control crime plaguing the nation’s capital. Washington should showcase America at its best, not be overrun by gangs, violent criminals and roving mobs that make it unsafe for citizens, tourists and federal workers. The federal takeover will restore law and order where local authorities have failed.

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Democratic narrative

Crime statistics show violent crime in D.C. is at a 30-year low, making this federal intervention both unnecessary and unlawful. The deployment is a dangerous government overreach that undermines local democracy, erodes public trust and puts untrained military personnel into civilian law enforcement roles without any legitimate justification.

Democratic Mayors on XAttorney General Brian Schwalb

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Public Figures

Donald Trump

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Pete Hegseth

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