USA Today examines how the National Guard’s deployment reshaped security, street life and politics in Washington, DC—while leaving deeper divisions, governance debates and civic trust still unresolved.
DC officials unveiled layered security plans for major America 250 events, detailing road closures, surveillance upgrades, and interagency coordination to manage crowds and potential threats.
National Guard troops deployed across Washington, D.C., on Sunday, as authorities moved to bolster security and maintain order amid rising tensions and ongoing demonstrations.