In a move that has raised concerns and sparked controversy, President Donald Trump announced his intention to patrol Washington, D.C., alongside law enforcement and the National Guard. This decision comes amidst ongoing protests and civil unrest in the nation’s capital.
According to NPR, President Trump’s ability to control D.C.’s police force is limited by the need for Congress’ permission if the deployment exceeds 30 days. However, there are no such restrictions on the National Guard, allowing for a potentially more significant federal presence in the city. Experts have raised questions about the implications of this takeover and how it could potentially escalate tensions.
CBS News reported that President Trump explicitly stated his plan to join the police and National Guard on patrol in the city. This move comes as part of the administration’s efforts to address crime in Washington, with the President emphasizing the need for a strong response.
Fox News highlighted President Trump’s unveiling of plans to deploy National Guard troops and federalize the Metropolitan Police to combat crime in Washington. This decision has drawn both support and criticism, with concerns about the militarization of law enforcement and potential violations of civil liberties.
The Washington Post noted that President Trump’s decision to patrol the streets of Washington with police and military forces has raised alarms among civil rights groups and lawmakers. The deployment of federal authorities and the implementation of checkpoints have added to the unease surrounding the situation.
As the President prepares to go on patrol in Washington, D.C., with the police and National Guard, the move has ignited a mix of reactions. While some view it as a necessary step to restore order, others express concerns about the implications for civil liberties and the potential for further escalation of tensions in the city.
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**References:**
– NPR: [Trump’s control of D.C. police is limited. Its National Guard is a different story](https://www.npr.org/2025/08/20/nx-s1-5505987/trump-dc-takeover-timing-national-guard-police)
– CBS News: [Trump says he’s going to patrol D.C. with police and National Guard](https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-patrol-dc-police-national-guard/)
– Fox News: [Trump reveals plan to patrol Washington streets with police and military forces](https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-reveals-plan-patrol-washington-streets-police-military-forces)
– The Washington Post: [Trump says he’s going on patrol with police and National Guard in Washington, D.C.](https://www.cbsnews.com/video/trump-says-hes-going-on-patrol-with-police-and-national-guard-in-washington-dc/)
– The Washington Post: [Trump plans to join police patrol amid federal crackdown in Washington](https://www.wishtv.com/news/trump-joins-dc-police-patrol/)
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