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National Guard in D.C. One Year Later | Dayton News
One year after National Guard troops arrived in Washington D.C. to help curb crime, their presence has expanded across all eight wards, with over 3,800 soldiers now on duty—down slightly from peak summer levels. While critics like the ACLU question the cost and militarization of the capital, most soldiers report overwhelmingly positive interactions, especially with kids who greet them with fist bumps. Commanding generals urge skeptics to engage directly with troops to understand their commitment. Crime is down 30% this year, with officials crediting the Guard for preventing violent…
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