๐จ #TRUMP expected to deploy hundreds of National Guard troops in Washington ๐จ
US President Donald Trump is set to deploy National Guard troops in Washington, DC, The exact number and role of the troops remain unclear, with final decisions still pending. ๐ก๏ธ๐บ๐ธ
๐ What We Know:
The troops could assist in protecting federal agents or even handle administrative tasks to free up law enforcement for more critical duties. ๐
This deployment follows Trumpโs earlier use of the California National Guard for immigration raids in Los Angeles in June.
๐ Washington Mayor's Take:
Muriel Bowser, the Mayor of Washington, DC, expressed concerns over the efficiency of using the National Guard. She pointed out that violent crime in DC has decreased, questioning the necessity of military intervention. โ๏ธ
๐ฌ Trumpโs Statement:
Trump, however, has been vocal about his approach to Washingtonโs homeless problem. He vowed to evict homeless individuals from the city, stating:
๐ "The Homeless have to move out, IMMEDIATELY. We will give you places to stay, but FAR from the Capital." ๐ He also expressed plans to jail criminals instead of relocating them. ๐
โ Legal Concerns:
The White House declined to specify the legal authority Trump would use, as he only controls federal properties in the city.
๐ Upcoming Announcement:
Trump is scheduled to hold a press conference on Monday to discuss efforts to combat violent crime in DC.
DC Mayor Bowser noted that federal officers on duty recently encountered no violent crime, though they made some arrests and seized weapons. She called out the idea of deploying troops as an inefficient response to the current situation. ๐
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