President Trump deploys National Guard in D.C. schools amid mixed reactions and falling crime rates.

Washington, D.C. students returned to school as President Trump deployed over 2,000 National Guard troops for a law enforcement surge. Mayor Muriel Bowser insisted the city could manage student transportation without federal aid, while Metropolitan Police Chief Pamela Smith noted some safety improvements from federal agents. Despite a decrease in crime rates prior to the surge, the presence of armed National Guard troops has raised concerns among parents and educators. In contrast, Philadelphia's crime rates have dropped with investments in "safety zones."