US President Donald Trump has threatened to deploy troops to Baltimore, escalating a clash with Maryland Governor Wes Moore after the Democrat invited him to join a 'safety walk' in the city. Trump stated, 'If Wes Moore needs help, like Gavin Newscum did in L.A., I will send in the 'troops,' which is being done in nearby DC, and quickly clean up the Crime.' These comments highlight the president’s ongoing efforts to use National Guard forces in Democratic-led cities as a part of his crackdown on crime.
Critical responses from Democratic leaders have emphasized the potential dangers of using military forces for domestic law enforcement, with one governor denouncing it as 'an abuse of power'. Governor Moore criticized Trump's comments, stating they reflect a disconnect from the realities of those living in Baltimore. The back-and-forth comes as Trump's administration continues to report decreases in crime rates in Washington DC, sparking debates about the necessity and implications of military intervention in urban law enforcement.