Breaking news: Trump says he’ll take control of D.C. police, deploy National Guard

He cited high crime rates that do not align with official statistics.

View in browser Aug. 11, 2025, 11:38 a.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Doug Mills/The New York Times Trump Says He'll Deploy National Guard to Washington and Take Control of D.C. Police President Trump said 800 National Guard troops would be assigned to the nation's capital. He claimed there was a public safety emergency, even though the city's crime rates have fallen sharply. Follow live updates More Top Stories This Ohio farm community is a mecca for the "MAHA mom." → Meet the Harvard-trained lawyer behind President Trump's fight against top universities. → Here's what happened when Mark Zuckerberg moved in next door. → If you received this newsletter from someone else, subscribe here. Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018