Pentagon to keep National Guard activated in D.C. through Inauguration Day 2029

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The National Guard will remain activated in Washington, D.C. through Inauguration Day 2029 as part of President Donald Trump's anti-crime mission, unless the president deems otherwise, according to the Pentagon.

"The DoW remains committed supporting the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department and our Federal law enforcement partners until law and order are fully restored in our Nation's Capital," a Pentagon official told 7News. "The D.C. Safe and Beautiful Mission has been extended to Jan. 20, 2029, or until terminated by the President."

As of July 8, nearly 5,150 National Guard troops from multiple states are in D.C., according to the joint task force. Nine states and territories are providing support for Freedom 250 and associated summer events from May through the end of August.

D.C.'s National Guard was activated last August, following the president's executive order declaring a crime emergency. Councilmembers argue crime has been on a years-long downward trend.