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GOP Mobilizes National Guard in D.C. Amid Crime and Political Tensions

Originally Published 4 months ago — by The New York Times

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Source: The New York Times

The number of National Guard troops in Washington is increasing, with support from several Republican-led states, but their role remains limited to supporting law enforcement and tourist areas, with unclear rules on arming and deployment specifics amid ongoing political tensions.

Hegseth Defends Troop Deployment Amid Congressional Scrutiny

Originally Published 7 months ago — by HuffPost

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth admitted he did not know the legal authority President Trump was using to deploy troops to Los Angeles protests, but believed Trump had the authority. The deployment, involving thousands of National Guard troops and Marines, was challenged legally by California's governor, and cost an estimated $134 million. Hegseth's testimony highlighted uncertainty about the legal justification for military involvement in civilian law enforcement.