Trump sends 800 National Guard troops to crack down on DC crime. Here's what they'll do.

Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst

Source: Yahoo Finance

Updated: Aug 11 2025

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Source: Yahoo Finance

Deployment of National Guard: President Trump has mobilized 800 National Guard troops to Washington, DC, citing rising crime rates and asserting control over local law enforcement, while facing legal challenges regarding previous troop deployments in California.
Military Authority and Legal Context: The deployment marks an unprecedented use of military authority by Trump, as the DC National Guard operates directly under presidential control, allowing for law enforcement support without the same restrictions faced by state National Guards.

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Emily J. Thompson

Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.

Trump sends 800 National Guard troops to crack down on DC crime. Here's what they'll do.

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