President Trump declared a public safety emergency in Washington, DC, deploying 800 National Guard troops and taking control of the city’s police. The White House says the troops will protect federal assets and deter violent crime. Statistics show violent crime is down in the city. NBC News’ Gabe Gutierrez reports.
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