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Trump Deploys National Guard Amid Controversial Crime Claims

8/12/2025

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Trump Deploys National Guard

President Trump is set to deploy the National Guard in Washington, D.C., claiming a crime surge despite declining rates. This decision comes after a troubling incident involving a government employee. Critics contend that Trump's depiction of D.C. as perilous is not only exaggerated but also driven by political motives, raising concerns about his intentions.

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Trump Deploys National Guard

President Trump is set to deploy the National Guard in Washington, D.C., claiming a crime surge despite declining rates. This decision comes after a troubling incident involving a government employee. Critics contend that Trump's depiction of D.C. as perilous is not only exaggerated but also driven by political motives, raising concerns about his intentions.

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