The Justice Department (DOJ) on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, criticized the Washington, D.C., City Council for its recent requests to remove National Guard members from the city’s streets. Earlier last month, members of the DC City Council sent letters to governors in 10 states, including Michigan, asking them to withdraw their National Guard troops stationed in Washington, D.C. The DOJ's response highlights tensions between federal authorities and local officials regarding the presence of National Guard forces in the capital.
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DOJ Criticizes DC City Council for Requesting National Guard Withdrawal
The Justice Department responded to the DC City Council's letters sent to multiple states requesting the early removal of National Guard troops from Washington, D.C.
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