Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is pulling his state's National Guard troops out of Washington, D.C. early, as opposition grows to Democratic governors sending troops amid President Trump's ongoing deployment to the city, with pressure also building on Michigan, according to NPR.
Key facts
- Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is withdrawing his state's National Guard from Washington, D.C. early, according to NPR.
- The move comes amid President Trump's ongoing deployment of troops to the city, NPR reports.
- Pressure is growing on Democratic governors who sent troops, including in Michigan, according to NPR.
- NPR reports that opposition to Democratic governors participating in the deployment has grown louder.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is pulling his state’s National Guard troops out of Washington, D.C. early, according to NPR.
NPR reports that the withdrawal comes as the chorus against Democratic governors sending troops to the city, amid President Trump’s ongoing deployment, has grown louder.
According to NPR, pressure is also mounting on Michigan over its role in the deployment.
It is not yet clear from the reporting how many troops are involved, when they will complete their withdrawal, or how other states will respond.
Why it matters
The move by Minnesota's governor comes amid growing opposition to Democratic governors' participation in President Trump's National Guard deployment to Washington, D.C., with attention now turning to how states such as Michigan will respond, according to NPR.
Frequently asked questions
Why is Minnesota pulling its National Guard from Washington, D.C.?
According to NPR, Gov. Tim Walz is withdrawing Minnesota's National Guard early as opposition grows against Democratic governors sending troops to the city amid President Trump's ongoing deployment.
Which other states are facing pressure over the deployment?
NPR reports that pressure is growing on Michigan, another Democratic-led state, over its role in the deployment.
Who ordered the deployment to Washington, D.C.?
The deployment of National Guard troops to Washington, D.C. is part of an ongoing effort directed by President Trump, according to NPR.