What’s Behind the Latest National Guard Surge in D.C.

The National Guard's presence in Washington, D.C., has increased from under 3,000 to over 5,000 members as part of a 'summer surge' tied to the city's 250th anniversary and a federal 'Safe and Beautiful' initiative. While property crime dropped 24%, violent crime remained unaffected, and the deployment faces public opposition due to unclear roles and perceived misalignment with actual crime trends.