National Guard deployment to New Orleans sparks debate as Trump backs Landry’s crime crackdown President Donald Trump confirmed the deployment of up to 1,000 National Guard troops to New Orleans at the request of Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry, citing rising violent crime and police shortages. The move follows similar federal interventions in cities like Los Angeles and Portland. While outgoing Mayor LaToya Cantrell supports federal collaboration, incoming Mayor-elect Helena Moreno opposes the deployment, calling it a political stunt. U.S. Rep. Troy Carter (D-LA) warns of militarized forces escalating tensions due to lack of local training. Opponents argue the deployment is unnecessary,…

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