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As Trump surges troops to Washington, old images recirculate online

After US President Donald Trump ordered the deployment of military and federal law enforcement to Washington in August 2025, ...

Troops in Washington Remain Largely Unseen So Far

In Washington on Wednesday night, the most visible sign of President Trump’s takeover of the local Police Department was a ...

As Guard deploys, Trump to seek 'long-term' federal control of DC police

President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that he will seek more permanent federal control of the Washington, D.C., police ...

President Trump ramps up takeover of Washington’s police department. Here’s what to know

The showdown in Washington is the latest attempt by Trump to test the boundaries of his legal authority to carry out his ...

History-making day was also a hot day in Washington

Washington was hot and humid on a day made memorable by historic events. Friday was third 90-degree day here in last four.

National Guard troops told to maintain presence near National Mall as part of Trump’s anti-crime mission

National Guard troops called on to active-duty by President Donald Trump arrived on the footsteps of the Washington Monument ...

Washington sues to block Trump’s federal takeover of its police department as crackdown intensifies

Washington is seeking an emergency restraining order to block President Donald Trump’s takeover of its police department.

Why doesn't Washington have a governor like states do?

Washington is a district, not a state, so it doesn't have a governor. For most of it's history it didn't have control over its own budget or affairs. Instead, U.S. Congress and the president both play ...