Trump Considers Federal Troops to Combat Crime in Louisiana

President Donald Trump indicated he might deploy federal troops to Louisiana to address crime issues, following a similar strategy in Washington. Trump mentioned the possibility during a meeting with Polish President Karol Nawrocki, highlighting New Orleans as a potential focus point to resolve crime challenges.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Washington DC | Updated: 03-09-2025 21:40 IST | Created: 03-09-2025 21:40 IST
Trump Considers Federal Troops to Combat Crime in Louisiana
Donald Trump
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Amid heightened discussions on national security, President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday the potential deployment of federal troops to Louisiana to tackle escalating crime rates, mirroring recent actions in Washington.

During an official meeting with Polish President Karol Nawrocki, Trump disclosed plans that target major cities with crime issues, specifically mentioning New Orleans as a possible intervention site.

"A deployment to Louisiana could be next on the agenda, with New Orleans being a critical focus," Trump stated, aiming for a rapid improvement within two weeks.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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