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DC National Guard Trains Amid Local-Federal Tensions

8/20/2025

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The DC National Guard is training to carry M-17 pistols.
Local officials are in conflict with the White House regarding troop deployments and federal oversight.
President Trump’s initiative involves over 1,100 National Guard troops in Washington to tackle crime and immigration.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser criticizes the administration's depiction of the operation, highlighting local governance concerns.

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Story summary

The DC National Guard is training to carry M-17 pistols.
Local officials are in conflict with the White House regarding troop deployments and federal oversight.
President Trump’s initiative involves over 1,100 National Guard troops in Washington to tackle crime and immigration.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser criticizes the administration's depiction of the operation, highlighting local governance concerns.