As of September 29, 2026, the number of National Guard troops deployed in Washington D.C. has decreased to below 3,000. Local soldiers and airmen currently represent approximately 23 percent of those deployed on the streets of the capital. The largest contributions of troops from outside the district come from Florida, Georgia, and Mississippi.
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National Guard Troops in Washington D.C. Fall Below 3,000
The number of National Guard troops in Washington D.C. has fallen below 3,000, with local personnel making up about 23 percent of the total deployment. Florida, Georgia, and Mississippi are the states providing the largest number of troops from outside the district.
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