All articles tagged with #national guard deployment
Attorney General Pam Bondi faced tough questions from Senate Democrats about potential politicization of the DOJ and her responses were often evasive or combative, with Republicans defending her and accusing Democrats of weaponizing the agency. Key issues included the handling of investigations, National Guard deployments, and concerns over political influence in law enforcement.
Illinois Governor Pritzker opposes the deployment of Texas National Guard troops to Chicago, accusing the Trump administration of using military force for political purposes and filing a lawsuit to block the federalization of the National Guard amid tensions over federal law enforcement actions in cities.
Over 2,200 National Guard troops are stationed in D.C., with opinions divided on whether their presence enhances security or questions their utility, as observed on August 23, 2025.
Anti-ICE protests erupted across the U.S. following unrest in Los Angeles, with demonstrations from coast to coast against immigration raids and policies, leading to arrests and political tensions, including California suing the federal government over troop deployment.
New York City subway riders express concerns and fear over Gov. Kathy Hochul's decision to deploy the National Guard and state police to check bags, with some viewing it as a political move rather than a public safety measure. While Hochul argues that the presence of armed forces is meant to deter crime and reassure riders, critics argue that it perpetuates racial discrimination and fails to address underlying issues. The move comes amid heightened anxieties around subway crime, but some question its necessity as crime statistics have started to trend downward.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced a five-point plan to address subway crime in NYC, including deploying 750 National Guard members and 250 state and MTA police officers, as well as banning dangerous individuals from the subway. This comes after a rise in subway crime, with officials disputing statistics but acknowledging the need for increased safety measures such as more police presence, random bag checks, and high-tech weapons detection systems. Despite these efforts, many subway riders still feel unsafe.