Trump says he will send National Guard troops to Democratic-run cities "if necessary"
US President spoke on the Dan Bongino Show about the midterm election process and possible results
Quick Look
- US President Trump said on the Dan Bongino Show, which he attended by phone, that he would send National Guard troops to liberal cities if necessary.
- He reminded that a similar step was taken in Memphis and New Orleans in 2025.
AI-generated summary
Why It Matters
Trump sent National Guard troops and federal agents to cities such as Memphis and New Orleans in 2025, citing the fight against crime and the immigrant crisis.
The US President evaluated the midterm elections process and possible election results on the Dan Bongino Show, which he attended by phone.
Asked whether he would send National Guard troops to these liberal cities even if their mayors don't want to work with him, Trump said, "There will be a point where I will do that if necessary." he said.
To take this initiative, Trump said, "You have to be called by the governor or mayors." He reminded that he had previously taken action in Memphis and New Orleans "after the governor called."
The host then suggested that electing "socialist Democrats" and a "defund the police regime" could mean "going back to the bloodbath in the blue cities."
In 2025, Trump assigned troops and federal agents to cities such as Memphis and New Orleans, citing the fight against crime and the immigrant crisis.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
National Guard troops may be deployed in some cities without the request of local governments.
Possible · Within weeks
Open Questions
- Which cities can be targeted?
- Is it clear when this plan will come into force?
