💨 Abstract

The National Guard has been deployed to Washington, DC, following President Donald Trump's vow to combat perceived increases in violent crime. Trump claimed the city is overrun by "violent gangs" and "drugged out maniacs," despite official data showing a decline in crime rates. He announced that the DC Police Department would be under direct federal control and mentioned plans to tackle homelessness and urban decay by removing slums.

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