The Justice Department criticized the D.C. Council for its request to governors to withdraw National Guard troops from Washington, D.C. The council's letters, sent to multiple state governors, claimed that the deployment was unnecessary and costly, citing a lack of measurable impact on violent crime. Assistant Attorney General Colin McDonald stated that the council's demands were politically motivated and highlighted the positive effects of the National Guard's presence, including a reported 44% decrease in homicides since the implementation of the Safe and Beautiful initiative. The letters from the D.C. Council members noted that the deployment costs taxpayers over $3 million per day and requested the withdrawal of troops by September 1, 2026. McDonald defended the National Guard's contributions, stating they have made significant arrests and provided essential support in public safety efforts.
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Justice Department Responds to D.C. Council's Request to Recall National Guard
The Justice Department has responded to the D.C. Council's request for governors to withdraw National Guard troops, labeling the request as politically motivated. The council's letters argued that the deployment is costly and ineffective, while the Justice Department emphasized the positive impact of the National Guard on public safety in the capital.
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Justice Department slams 'politically motivated demands' of DC Council asking govs to remove National Guard
Justice Department Responds to D.C. Council's Request to Recall National Guard