Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth authorizes military vehicles for Washington patrols

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Pete Hegseth authorized military vehicles and boats for expanded National Guard patrols in Washington, D.C.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth authorized an expanded National Guard presence in Washington, D.C., featuring military vehicles, boats, and patrol cars. The Pentagon confirmed the directive took effect after being signed in late October as troops deepen their integration with local law enforcement.

The timelineThe approval by Pete Hegseth was finalized on October 29.
The equipmentTroops will utilize military vehicles, boats, and patrol cars during patrols.
The integrationThe deployment involves a deeper integration of troops with local law enforcement agencies.

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Washington ExaminerHegseth expands National Guard patrols in DC with military vehicles and boats41m ago · open ↗

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The deployment of the National Guard in the nation's capital represents a visible federal security presence that often intersects with local policing and federal jurisdiction. Decisions regarding the scale and equipment of guard units in Washington, D.C., frequently draw scrutiny regarding the militarisation of domestic law enforcement.

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth signed off on widening National Guard patrols in Washington, D.C., using military vehicles and boats to integrate with local law enforcement.

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