If there’s one place that desperately cried out for a no-nonsense clampdown, it’s Washington, D.C. People have been complaining about lawlessness for years, and now we have an administration that actually does something about it instead of hiding behind flowery speeches. The president approved a deployment of National Guard troops, federal agents, and a massive show of force in the nation’s capital, and it’s sparking all kinds of hysterics from the usual corners.

Inside Union Station, we saw the vice president, the defense secretary, and a top White House official order a round of burgers for the patrolling troops, only to be jeered by some bored travelers. Immediately, the deputy chief of staff vowed to ramp up even more resources. And guess what? He’s not bluffing. The White House set the tone: If local activists think they can boo and protest their way out of having stronger policing, they’re in for a surprise.

So far, we’ve got National Guard patrols near the city’s biggest transportation hubs and near historic sites, the perfect place to deter criminals. Typical critics claim these areas have seen lower crime stats. But if they’re so safe, why are the same critics also complaining about unsubdued violence in the city? They can’t have it both ways. The administration has had enough double-talk. They’re placing robust uniforms in tourist zones, monuments, downtown corridors—and it’s proving a point: America won’t let its capital descend into lawless chaos.

But it doesn’t end with the National Guard. Federal agents from various agencies have also set up shop. We’re hearing about them collaborating with local law enforcement in nightlife neighborhoods, running checkpoints, and nabbing people with outstanding warrants or immigration violations. Now, the left might shriek about so-called “racial targeting,” but from all accounts, the arrests span a range of offenses. It’s about reining in crime, period.

Some city leaders whine about “overreach,” claiming the president lacks authority to commandeer local policing. Let’s remember that, as the seat of the federal government, D.C. always had a special relationship with authorities under direct executive oversight. This administration is simply exercising that prerogative more efficiently. Residents might not like the heavy presence of law enforcement, but it’s a real solution if you’re tired of criminals loitering near your home, or worse.

We hear about rowdy demonstrators mocking officials like Stephen Miller or Vice President JD Vance. Of course, they do. These agitators prefer complaining to real, visible solutions that actually keep neighborhoods safe. For decades, D.C. politicians promised reforms but delivered lip service. Now, we see an actual plan being executed—a plan that includes cleaning up problem areas from the roots, not just slapping on a band-aid.

The data will speak for itself soon enough. As arrests stack up, criminals will learn the cost of mischief in our capital. Law-abiding citizens can finally stroll around at night without fear. If the city’s liberal echo chamber remains outraged, that’s their prerogative—but they’ll have trouble denying the results when people can shop or dine downtown without stepping over vagrants or dodging random assault.

This is what genuine leadership looks like. We’re not hearing tepid statements about “root causes.” Instead, we’re seeing swift action: Troops on the ground, robust arrests, and a dramatic show of authority. If you ask me, it’s about time Washington reclaimed the streets from people who terrorize working folks. Yes, there will be shrieking from certain activists. But for the rest of us, it’s a breath of fresh air to see the capital cleaned up and policed the way it should have been all along.

Topics: [“D.C. crime crackdown”, “National Guard deployment”, “federal agents”, “local policing”, “Washington public safety”]