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National Guard troops arrive in D.C.

National Guard troops have arrived in Washington, D.C., following President Trump's announcement to combat crime. D.C. police were also placed under federal control. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
Aug 13, 2025 (03:13)

TRANSCRIPT FOR: “NATIONAL GUARD TROOPS ARRIVE IN D.C. AMID TRUMP'S CRIME CRACKDOWN”

RON MOTEN:
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They're tired of violence. I get it. But my only caution is one thing can lead to the next thing. You can take over our police department today, and we wake up, and you take over our city. They may not give it back. They might not give it back. Errol, the mayor, who has, at times, said this is unnecessary and this is an overreach, has also acknowledged it's not going to be unpopular to have more law enforcement protecting the streets. Every city in America has an issue with crime. This one's not immune. And, Errol, the schools reopen here in a few weeks, and, obviously, parents are on alert to make sure the kids are safe. And DC police have done well in bringing the crime rate down. I'm sure they would appreciate assistance in their strategy in how to do so. Scott MacFarlane, great to get that update from you. Thank you very much.

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