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Why Trump's D.C. crime crackdown is facing new scrutiny

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President Trump's crime crackdown in Washington, D.C., is receiving new scrutiny. Meanwhile, Mr. Trump said he's considering sending troops to other U.S. cities.

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  • About 2,300 National Guard troops are deployed in Washington, D.C., with deployments continuing.
  • The National Guard is not making arrests; law enforcement is handled by local and federal agents. 12s
  • A federal judge criticized the Department of Justice for errors and dropped charges in criminal cases. 25s
  • The U.S. Attorney for D.C. defended the prosecution process and called for politics to be kept out of the courts. 55s
  • Washington, D.C.'s mayor supports some federal resources but opposes National Guard troops on city streets. 1m 23s
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