Summary
San Francisco officials have opposed President Donald Trump's suggestion to send the National Guard to the city, which he described as troubled by crime. President Trump stated that some government officials requested federal troops, but local leaders, including Governor Gavin Newsom, disagree and assert that crime has decreased.
Key Facts
- President Trump has proposed sending the National Guard to San Francisco, calling the city a mess.
- Local officials, such as California Governor Gavin Newsom, have rejected the need for federal troops.
- Trump claims that unidentified officials requested the troops, but local leaders deny this.
- Some Democratic politicians argue that Trump is overstepping his authority and targeting Democrat-run areas.
- Governor Newsom states that violent crime in San Francisco has decreased by 22% in the last year.
- Figures like Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff and Tesla CEO Elon Musk support the use of federal troops in the city.
- San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie trusts local law enforcement to handle the city's issues.
