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National Guard Documents Reveal Shame Over Trump's D.C. Operation

9/11/2025

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Internal documents show the National Guard's view on public sentiment regarding President Trump's federal takeover of Washington, D.C.
The mission is perceived as exploiting fear and creating a rift between citizens and the military.
Some troops and veterans express feelings of shame over this perception.
Trump asserts the operation targets crime, yet over 40% of arrests were immigration-related, highlighting a focus on immigration policy.
The articles present a left-leaning perspective on Trump's actions.

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Internal documents show the National Guard's view on public sentiment regarding President Trump's federal takeover of Washington, D.C.
The mission is perceived as exploiting fear and creating a rift between citizens and the military.
Some troops and veterans express feelings of shame over this perception.
Trump asserts the operation targets crime, yet over 40% of arrests were immigration-related, highlighting a focus on immigration policy.
The articles present a left-leaning perspective on Trump's actions.