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D.C. Under Federal Guard for Decades | US News
One year after the federal government declared a crime emergency in Washington D.C. and deployed the National Guard, the presence of troops has been extended until 2029 — sparking fierce debate over federal overreach. While the White House touts a 20% drop in overall crime and 32% decline in homicides as proof of success, critics question whether the surge truly improved safety or simply shifted resources away from local needs like healthcare and food aid. With D.C.’s unique status as a federal district giving the president direct control over its National Guard, residents and officials are…
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