National Guard Secures $292M Housing Contract for D.C. Troops
The National Guard Bureau has signed a $292 million contract to provide housing for troops deployed in Washington, D.C. This contract, facilitated through the rental platform Placemakr, will secure 2,000 apartment-style lodging units for service members. The move aims to provide a stable and cost-effective housing solution for the troops, who were initially deployed following a crime emergency declaration by President Trump. The contract covers housing fees through June 2027, marking a shift from temporary hotel accommodations to a more permanent arrangement.