Summary
President Trump has sent National Guard troops to several cities to help reduce crime. Criminologists are looking at how effective these troops are, as they do not have standard police powers. There is concern about whether this strategy is the best long-term solution for crime prevention.
Key Facts
- The National Guard has been stationed in Washington, D.C., and other cities to help with crime prevention.
- National Guard members cannot arrest people as police officers do.
- Some experts say a visible government presence can decrease crime.
- The Guard is in cities that did not ask for their presence, which might create negative feelings.
- There is no clear information if crime hotspot strategies guide the Guard’s deployment.
- Crime has gone down nationally, but remains high in cities like Washington and Memphis.
- President Trump mentioned using certain cities for military training, causing confusion.
