President Deploys National Guard to Washington D.C. Amid Crime Dispute

The United States President has declared a public safety emergency in Washington D.C., placing the Washington D.C. police department under federal jurisdiction and deploying the National Guard to help restore law and order in the capital. This decision comes after a series of statements made by the President regarding the homeless population in the city and the perceived increase in violent crime.

On August 10, the President posted on social media that all homeless individuals in Washington D.C. must be relocated immediately. The government would provide them with housing, but far from the capital. Criminals, on the other hand, would be sent to prison. This announcement was met with criticism from the Mayor of Washington D.C., who emphasized that the city's crime rate has significantly decreased and that there is no evidence of a crime surge.

The President's actions are part of a broader effort to address what he perceives as a crisis in public safety in the nation's capital. He has previously stated that Washington D.C. has become one of the most dangerous cities in the world, but that it would soon become one of the safest. The deployment of the National Guard is seen as a significant step in this direction, as it will provide additional support to local law enforcement in maintaining order and preventing crime.

The Mayor of Washington D.C. has disputed the President's claims, stating that the city's crime rate has actually decreased in recent years. She pointed out that violent crime has fallen by 26% in the first seven months of 2025 compared to the same period last year, and that overall crime has decreased by approximately 7%. The Mayor also noted that the city has successfully reduced violent crime to its lowest level in 30 years, and that the President is aware of the cooperation between federal and local law enforcement.

The decision to deploy the National Guard has been met with mixed reactions. Some have praised the move as a necessary step to restore order in the capital, while others have criticized it as an overreaction to a situation that is already under control. The ultimate goal of the President's actions is to make Washington D.C. a safer and more beautiful city, and to ensure that all residents feel secure in their homes and communities.