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Why are there troops in DC?

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Troops are in DC as part of a federal crime crackdown ordered by President Trump, though local officials and critics argue the deployment is unnecessary and legally questionable.

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Chicago braces after Trump threatens National Guard deployment

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  • Protesters in Chicago express concern over Trump's threat to deploy the National Guard. 5s
  • President Trump appears to soften his tone but maintains his intent to 'clean up' cities. 54s
  • Uncertainty remains among supporters and officials about whether the National Guard will be sent to Chicago. 1m 12s
  • A California judge ruled a previous troop deployment in Los Angeles illegal; the White House is appealing. 1m 39s
  • Washington, D.C. has filed a lawsuit alleging the president violated the Constitution by sending troops. 1m 47s
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Chicago braces after Trump threatens National Guard deployment
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CBC News
1 day ago
Chicago braces after Trump threatens National Guard deployment

Troops have been on the ground in D.C. for nearly a month, with ongoing legal and political controversy over their presence.

Trump to send National Guard to more cities
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DW News
3 days ago
Trump to send National Guard to more cities

National Guard soldiers have been deployed in D.C. as part of what President Trump calls a necessary crackdown on crime, though data shows violent crime is actually decreasing.

Trump to send National Guard to more cities
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DW News
3 days ago
Trump to send National Guard to more cities

Critics say the deployment is more about a show of power in Democrat-led areas, and D.C.'s attorney general is suing the federal government to block the deployment.

Why Trump's D.C. crime crackdown is facing new scrutiny
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CBS America
3 days ago
Why Trump's D.C. crime crackdown is facing new scrutiny

Approximately 2,300 National Guard troops are deployed in Washington, D.C. as part of a federal crime crackdown, with their presence set to continue.

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