President Trump’s administration is pushing back on criticism that the surge of law enforcement and National Guard troops to Washington has focused on low-crime, relatively affluent or tourist-intensive areas of the nation’s capital https://t.co/tICQWE35II ...

International Relations & Diplomacy - Russia is downplaying the prospect of a face-to-face meeting between Vladimir Putin and Wimir Zalinski, suggesting thorough preparation is needed for any high-stakes bilateral talks [1][11] - The White House is considering arranging a trilateral meeting between Putin, Zalinsky, and Trump, potentially in Budapest [4] - Discussions are underway regarding security guarantees for Ukraine after the war, with the US potentially providing air support but not ground troops [5][6][13][14] - French President Emanuel Macron is pushing for Geneva as a meeting location, offering immunity for Putin due to the International Criminal Court arrest warrant [5] Military & Security - The British Ministry of Defense estimates it would take Russia four more years of fighting and cost nearly 2 million additional casualties to capture the remaining territories it illegally annexed in 2022 [6] - Russian strikes in Ukraine's northeastern region and Odessa injured at least 30 people and damaged port infrastructure [7] - Approximately 1,200 National Guard troops are being deployed to Washington DC from largely southern states [20] US Domestic Policy & Budget - A federal website tracking government spending is back online after a court order, following its removal by the Trump administration in March [24][25] - The White House and Congress are engaged in a budget fight, with potential for a government shutdown in September [26][28]

In the wake of Donald Trump's attempted takeover of Washington DC, Republican governors have made it clear they're not only happy to support it, they can also lend a hand. Three Republican le governors, Patrick Morsy of West Virginia, Henry McMaster of South Carolina, and Mike DeWine of Ohio have all announced they're going to deploy their state's National Guard troops to DC in the coming days with up to 750 troops expected. This comes amid new reporting from NBC News that some National Guard troops deploye ...

Political Analysis - The move by President Trump is seen as a political win, showcasing strength [1][2] - Democrats are perceived to be falling into a trap by defending the current situation with data, which is not politically effective [2] - Trump is building up his base in suburban and rural areas, aiming to win congressional elections [3] - The debate highlights a divide between suburban/rural areas and big cities, with Trump capitalizing on fears about crime in urban centers [2] Crime and Public Safety - The perception of crime, even if data shows a decrease, is a major concern, especially violent crime and murder rates [1][2] - Victims of crime in Washington DC are disproportionately African-American [4] - The effectiveness of federal intervention with armed personnel is questioned, as they primarily hold people until local police arrive [9] Washington D.C. Issues - Washington DC faces systemic problems including homelessness, crime, and wealth disparity [1] - DC's lack of statehood and federal rights puts it in a vulnerable position, lacking full representation [6][10][11] - Republican-controlled Congress cut approximately $1 billion in spending that could have been used to improve the quality of life in Washington DC [8] Potential Strategies - Democrats should consider working with the President on crime reduction while highlighting his past actions, such as pardoning those who committed crimes [4][5] - Democrats should address the issue of DC's lack of federal rights and push for voting rights for its residents [6]

Juvenile Crime Concerns - The discussion centers on addressing juvenile crime in Washington DC, specifically interventions to reduce it [1][3] - Interventions have already led to a 20% reduction in juvenile crime over the past year [3] - The city authorized juvenile curfew zones in areas with large groups of young people congregating and engaging in violence [4] Federal Government's Role - The city seeks federal assistance in filling judicial vacancies and stepping up court social services efforts [4] - The city also needs Congress to address a billion-dollar budget gap [4] - Sending in the National Guard is not considered the answer to the city's crime challenges [5] - Congress is asked not to extend the 30-day window for federal intervention [5][6] Collaboration and Safety - The city is committed to ensuring the safety of every person in Washington DC and is actively engaging with Congress to educate them on the city's unique structure and needs [7] - The city welcomes partnership and collaboration with Congress to address public safety and drive down crime [7]

Joining me now, NBC News White House correspondent, Yamish Elsynor, and NBC News legal affairs correspondent Gary Grumbach, who's outside the DC Armory. So, Yamish, let's start with you. Uh, Attorney General Bondi met with DC's Mayor Bowser today.Are we getting a sense of what the level of coordination is there between DOJ and the city with this takeover of the police force. >> We are getting a sense of what this is going to look like on the ground. Um, the mayor went into that meeting with very few details ...

Political Landscape & Republican Party - The Republican Party, largely due to primary challenges, doesn't check Donald Trump's authority, acting as an arm of the White House [2][3][5] - A primary motivation for Republicans and conservatives is "triggering liberals," influencing policy and political decisions [7] - Trump's success lies in generating attention and capitalizing on outrage, controversy, and backlash [9][10] Crime & Political Strategy - Trump's actions, like deploying the National Guard to Washington DC, are partly designed to provoke a reaction from the left, which he can then exploit [10][12] - Democrats find it difficult to counter Trump's narrative on crime, struggling to defend nuanced realities and avoid being seen as tolerant of crime [13][20][25] - Some Democrats believe the crime issue in DC is politically advantageous for Trump [19] Executive Power & Political Debate - Trump is seen as creating emergencies to declare authorities he can't obtain through legislation [16] - Deploying the military on American streets is considered unprecedented and potentially dangerous [22][26]

All right, that's Mayor Muriel Bowser. She's uh said that she wasn't um entirely surprised by this move from President Donald Trump. She believes that the president's view of DC was shaped by his COVID area era experience uh in the city and and that was when crime was spiking.But as we have noted, crime has been on the decline. Joining us now, MSNBC justice and intelligence correspondent Ken Delaneian, staff writer for the Atlantic, Michael Sharer, author of the Red Letter on Substack, Tara Palm Mary, and r ...

Government Intervention & Legal Authority - The President is deploying federal agents (initially 450 from DHS, Secret Service, FBI) and calling in approximately 800 National Guard troops to DC [3] - The President's authority to use the DC Metropolitan Police for federal purposes is limited to a maximum of 30 days unless Congress extends that authorization [22] - The activation of the DC National Guard involves about 800 members, with 100-200 potentially on the streets at any given time in a rotation [12][13] - The DC National Guard will be under Title 32 status, meaning they are paid by the federal government but on state active duty, allowing them to engage in law enforcement activities [13][14] Crime Statistics & Justification - The President is acting based on personal observations and anecdotal evidence, despite data suggesting DC crime is at a 30-year low (as of earlier this year, Department of Justice conclusion) [5][7] - The administration aims to have this operation running for at least 7 days, with expectations of extending it closer to 30 days, pending potential congressional approval for continuation [8] - The Mayor of DC indicates that crime statistics do not support the idea of a massive crime wave [19] Social Issues & Policy - The President is also addressing homelessness in DC, suggesting those unhoused should move away from the capitol, with unclear federal government assistance [9][10] Historical Context & Political Implications - The President's current actions are contrasted with the delayed response in calling in the National Guard during the January 6th, 2021 Capitol assault [18] - DC faces ongoing tension regarding its budget and operational authorization from Congress, fueling a movement for greater independence and home rule [25] - DC's potential statehood is hindered by concerns that it would predominantly elect Democratic representatives to Congress [27]

💥BREAKING:TRUMP ANNOUNCES DEPLOYMENT OF NATIONAL GUARD IN WASHINGTON, D.C. https://t.co/FJqFaqoadg ...