Back in August, the president ordered thousands of National Guard troops into Washington, D. C. , promising a safer city and better appearances. The idea was to reduce crime while making neighborhoods look nicer. But a recent study shows this plan mostly helped with smaller crimes like car break-ins
When the National Guard arrived in Washington D. C. last summer, their main job was to stand in busy spots like parks and near government buildings. These places often see quick thefts—like someone grabbing a phone or wallet when no one is looking. The new study shows these visible troops did help c
Two U. S. lawmakers want the National Guard to help protect World Cup matches this summer from drone risks. They argue the Guard’s quick response skills and ability to work across states make them a good fit for handling unexpected threats. Their letter went to top security officials last week. The
A long‑running National Guard deployment keeps armed soldiers walking Washington streets. The move began after President Trump declared a crime emergency in August and called the Guard to help keep order. Since then, more than 2, 500 troops have been stationed in the city. The Guard’s duties
The 150 Ohio National Guard soldiers have come back from Washington, D. C. , where they were sent to help with a federal crime‑control effort. In August, Governor Mike DeWine joined other Republican leaders in sending state troops to the capital. Some Ohio residents worried that federal forces mi
New Orleans has seen a drop in crime. The Louisiana National Guard is taking some credit. They say their presence has helped local police. The Guard has been in the city since New Year's Eve. They will stay until the end of February. The Guard's work includes helping with big events. They were ther
The South is in a rush to fix things after a big winter storm. Mississippi sent 500 National Guard troops to clear roads blocked by fallen trees. Meanwhile, Tennessee has almost 1, 000 workers trying to get power back to thousands of homes in Nashville. The weather isn't helping. The National Weath
The National Guard's role in domestic affairs has become a hot topic. Recent data shows that keeping troops in cities like Washington D. C. , Memphis, and New Orleans could cost a lot. The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimates that these deployments could cost around $93 million every month. T
Minnesota is on high alert as the Pentagon puts 1, 500 soldiers on standby, ready to step in if needed. This move comes as the state's National Guard is also preparing to assist local authorities. The soldiers, part of the Alaska-based 11th Airborne Division, could be called upon for crowd control o
New Orleans has seen a drop in violent crime for the third year in a row. This news comes just as National Guard troops start patrolling the city. The troops were sent by President Donald Trump. Local leaders had been against this idea for months. They argued that crime was already going down. They
