Military personnel from the National Guard, equipped with weaponry, are present in Washington, DC – Deutche Welle – August 25, 2025

The United States National Guard troops started carrying weapons in Washington, DC, on Sunday. This deployment is part of US President Donald Trump’s efforts to crack down on crime in the capital city, which he claims is rampant. Over 2,200 soldiers have been assigned to the task force in Washington DC. The troops are only allowed to use force as a last resort and only in response to an imminent threat of death or serious bodily harm.

Source: https://www.dw.com/en/us-national-guard-troops-carry-weapons-in-washington-dc/a-73748633?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf