National Guard members deployed in Washington, D.C., have started carrying handguns and rifles as of Sunday evening, following authorization from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. This change reflects a new directive from President Donald Trump, shifting the National Guard’s role from primarily assisting law enforcement with patrols and crowd control to a more armed presence in the capital.
While the exact number of armed service members has not been disclosed, the decision highlights heightened security measures in the nation’s capital amid ongoing concerns. As these troops take up arms, the implications for public safety and their role in law enforcement are set to be closely monitored.
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