Trump and the National Guard: Will or won't he send them to Kansas City? Three stories
The curated articles explore Kansas City's potential implications under Trump's National Guard policies. They collectively examine how Trump's militarization efforts influence local governance and community response, highlighting fears and political maneuvering.
In one article, leaders question if Kansas City could be next on Trump's list for deploying the National Guard, noting local crime statistics and political dynamics. Another article discusses the Kansas governor's decision not to deploy National Guard troops to Washington, D.C., reflecting on state autonomy versus federal demands. Similarly, another article highlights the contradiction in Trump’s authority to deploy National Guard troops, showing how his narrative shifts for political convenience, as seen in his differing responses to crime in Democratic cities.
NO. 1: WHERE ARE KANSAS GOVERNOR CANDIDATES ON SENDING TRUMP NATIONAL GUARD? | OPINION
Should Kansas send National Guard troops to join the military occupation of Washington D.C.? | Published August 26, 2025 | Read Full Story by Joel Mathis
NO. 2: WILL TRUMP SEND TROOPS TO KANSAS CITY? WHY SOME THINK KC ‘SHOULD BE PREPARED’
As leaders in two major U.S. | Published August 27, 2025 | Read Full Story by Kacen Bayless, Laura Bauer
NO. 3: TRUMP DIDN’T HAVE POWER TO DEPLOY NATIONAL GUARD, THEN MAGICALLY HE DID | OPINION
Donald Trump has a tendency to make those who take him at his word look like clowns. | Published August 27, 2025 | Read Full Story by David Mastio
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