Guard Stays in D.C. Through Trump’s Term | Duluth News

The National Guard’s D.C. deployment is being extended through January 20, 2029 — the end of Trump’s term — with the Pentagon saying it’ll continue unless the President orders it stopped. Originally launched in August 2025 to tackle a declared “crime emergency,” the mission has seen thousands of arrests and seized guns, with the White House crediting the Guard for dropping crime rates. But local officials argue crime was already falling before troops arrived, and they’re raising eyebrows over the $1 million-plus daily cost and the image of soldiers patrolling American streets. While Guard members aren’t arresting, their support role is seen as key — though some question whether crime data was manipulated. With the President holding direct control over the Guard in the federal district, this extended presence highlights the unique power dynamics in D.C. and the ongoing debate over its effectiveness and necessity. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/245c07a925508b88