Trump vowed to make Washington streets safer. In some areas, people feel less safe than ever.
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WASHINGTON — When National Guard troops were deployed here earlier this month, President Donald Trump promised that they would fight crime and make the streets safe again. But in neighborhoods like Columbia Heights, the takeover has created a real sense of terror for immigrants, who say they feel like they are being racially targeted and living in a dystopian version of the city they love. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading.
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Main Idea: Trump’s federal takeover of Washington, backed by the National Guard, was meant to reduce crime, but many immigrants in the city say it has made them feel less safe and hurt daily life and business.
Key Points:
- Trump sent more than 2,200 National Guard troops and more federal agents to Washington and said the effort would fight crime and remove public safety threats.
- Immigrants and immigrant business owners in areas like Columbia Heights said the crackdown has created fear, with people avoiding work, shopping, and going out.
- Several residents said they believe federal officers are racially profiling Latinos, while the administration denied those claims.
- Local businesses said customers and workers have disappeared, cutting hours and hurting sales as people worry about arrests and deportation.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
Federal Guard and immigration raids in Washington can make immigrant workers and shoppers stay home, hurting small businesses and community trust.
Positive Impact
Some arrests may remove violent offenders and could make some residents feel safer.
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- President Donald TrumppersonPrimaryAI selected
Central political actor whose federal takeover and crime/immigration framing drive the article.
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White House press secretary quoted defending the administration’s rationale for the crackdown.
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Homeland Security official quoted denying racial profiling and explaining ICE targeting.
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Mentioned as investigating possible manipulation of Washington police crime data.
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