Vice President JD Vance visited National Guard troops stationed at Union Station in Washington, D.C., alongside Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller. The visit occurred nine days after President Donald Trump declared a public safety emergency, federalizing the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department and deploying troops to address crime concerns. During the visit, Vance handed out burgers to approximately 200 troops, expressing gratitude for their efforts and stating, ”We brought some law and order back.” He highlighted the administration’s initiative, noting a reported 35% decline in murders over the nine-day period. Vance also addressed the troop placement at Union Station, citing issues with vagrants, drug addicts, and the homeless, and emphasized the goal of ensuring safety for families and visitors. The event included a photo opportunity, though it was accompanied by protests with chants of “Free D.C.” from a crowd outside. Earlier that week, on August 15, the administration announced a $50 million reward for the arrest of Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro, linking it to counternarcotics operations targeting drug cartels. The D.C. operation, set to last 30 days, requires congressional approval for extension, with Mayor Muriel Bowser indicating cooperation with a Justice Department probe into crime statistics. The visit underscored the administration’s ongoing efforts to enhance security in the nation’s capital, with additional arrests reported, including 380 total and 160 illegal aliens, alongside 59 firearms seized since the emergency began.
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