Guard Troops in D.C. Under Scrutiny | San Francisco News

The National Guard’s D.C. presence has ballooned from 2,300 to 5,000 troops for the country’s 250th anniversary, with Democratic-led states sending reinforcements — sparking controversy as critics allege the deployment is being used for ongoing law enforcement duties beyond the festivities. Activists report Guard members in neighborhoods far from celebration zones, prompting governors to demand transparency and even threaten withdrawal. Minnesota is pulling out early, while Michigan weighs its options, highlighting a growing debate over whether these troops are being kept strictly for anniversary events — or if their mission is being quietly expanded under the guise of national celebration. 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/10d008c3a77162db