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West Virginia National Guard being sent to DC as White House escalates police takeover

West Virginia National Guard troops are now being sent to Washington, DC, in an escalation of President Donald Trump’s efforts to federally take over law enforcement in the city.

USA TODAY on MSN · 3d

How DC’s unique status let Trump take control of police, deploy National Guard

President Donald Trump directly controls DC's police and National Guard because of the federal enclave's unique status, experts say.

The Economic Times on MSN · 36m

National Guard in DC could be armed as West Virginia sends troops at Trump’s request to tackle ‘out of control’ crime

Donald Trump deployed National Guard troops to Washington, D.C. in August 2025. The mission aimed to combat crime and homelessness. Initially unarmed, some troops may now carry weapons. West Virginia is sending additional personnel.

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The Washington Post · 1d

DC Mayor Bowser walks delicate line with Trump, reflecting the city's precarious position

As National Guard troops deploy across her city as part of President Donald Trump’s efforts to clamp down on crime, D

AOL · 2d

Mayor Bowser Skips Town For Martha’s Vineyard While Trump Cleans Up DC

Democratic Washington, D. C. Mayor Muriel Bowser has left the district for Martha’s Vineyard as President Donald Trump deploys the National Guard to restore law and order in the nation’s capital, Scripps News reported.

The Hill on MSN · 2d

Bowser leaves DC amid Trump takeover; returning Friday

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser (D) reportedly left the city on Thursday amid President Trump’s decision to bring in the National Guard amid his crackdown on crime in the District. Bowser is visiting Martha’s Vineyard for a family commitment and is set to return to D.

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Trump sends 800 National Guard troops to crack down on DC crime. Here's what they'll do.

WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump deployed 800 National Guard troops to the streets of Washington, DC, a rare flex of his ...

August 12, 2025: National Guard appears in DC after Trump surges federal authorities

The National Guard began to appear in Washington, DC, tonight, a day after President Donald Trump placed the nation’s capital ...

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Trump admin live updates: National Guard troops arriving in DC

National Guard troops are arriving in Washington after President Donald Trump announced on Monday that 800 National Guard ...

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Trump is threatening to 'federalize' DC with National Guard and more. Here's how that could play out

President Donald Trump explores using D.C. National Guard authority to combat crime in Washington, despite data showing crime at lowest point in nearly 30 years.

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President Donald Trump’s rhetoric about DC echoes a history of racist narratives about urban crime

President Donald Trump has taken control of the District of Columbia’s law enforcement and ordered National Guard troops to ...

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