National Guard Deployment in Washington D.C. Shows Minimal Impact on Crime, Costing Billions
President Trump deployed thousands of National Guard troops to Washington D.C. as a central part of his administration's strategy to combat crime, particularly in cities led by Democrats. This deployment, which began last August, involves approximately 4,500 soldiers patrolling tourist-heavy areas, national monuments, and subway stations. The administration has informed Congress of its intention to maintain this deployment until the end of President Trump's term in 2029, projecting a total cost of $1.4 billion. Despite the significant presence, a Reuters review of publicly available charging documents in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia indicates that the National Guard's involvement in criminal cases is minimal, appearing in only about 1.3% of prosecutions. While the guardsmen are deputized as U.S. Marshals, their law enforcement powers are limited; their role is primarily described as 'presence patrols' to deter crime, requiring them to call police for formal arrests. The review also found ... 
