A study has concluded that the presence of the National Guard in Washington, D.C. has not affected violent crime rates in the city. The National Guard has been deployed since August 2025 as part of a federal task force aimed at combating crime, and their numbers are expected to increase in the coming weeks.
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Study finds National Guard presence in D.C. did not impact violent crime rates
A recent study indicates that the National Guard's deployment in Washington, D.C. has not led to a reduction in violent crime. The Guard has been active since August 2025 and is set to increase its presence soon.
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National Guard has done little to reduce violent crime in D.C., a new study finds
Study finds National Guard presence in D.C. did not impact violent crime rates