National Guard deployment in D.C. extended until 2029
Summary
This episode examines President Trump’s extension of the National Guard deployment in Washington, D.C., until 2029. NPR’s Kat Lonsdorff reports that despite claims of success, studies show the presence of 5,000 armed troops has not reduced crime. The deployment costs taxpayers millions daily and faces widespread criticism from residents and experts who view it as a threat to democratic norms.
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