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Unlike a state’s governor, the District of Columbia does not have control over its National Guard, giving the president broad leeway to deploy those troops.
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Unlike a state’s governor the District of Columbia does not have control over its National Guard giving the president broad leeway to deploy those troops
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Politics Military
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Created
February 15, 2026 at 6:39 PM (6 months ago)
Last Updated
February 15, 2026 at 6:39 PM (6 months ago)

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Live Updates: Trump Escalates Efforts to Take Control of Washington Police
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President Trump announced a temporary federal takeover of the Washington, D.C., police department and deployed National Guard troops, citing concerns about crime. Local officials criticized the move, while the police union expressed support. The action is expected to last 30 days.

Donald Trump Washington D.C. Crime National Guard Law Enforcement Politics Federal Government

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