Georgia National Guard to Deploy 300 Troops to Washington to Support Federal Efforts Amid Crime Concerns
About 300 Georgia National Guard troops will be deployed to Washington in mid-September to support President Donald Trump’s federal intervention efforts. Governor Brian Kemp stated that the troops will assist local law enforcement and their specific tasks will be determined by local needs, potentially including armed patrols. The Georgia Guard troops will join already deployed forces in various duties, such as patrolling and maintaining public spaces, while local police remain responsible for criminal investigations.
In mid-September 2023, about 300 Georgia National Guard troops will support local law enforcement in Washington, D.C., as part of President Trump’s federal intervention to combat crime. Governor Brian Kemp confirmed troops may be armed and their roles will adapt based on local needs, while ongoing efforts include patrolling key areas and assisting first responders.
Source: ATL Newsroom