The pistols and powerful rifles guard members carry are similar to those local police use across the country. Troops have been told to use their weapons only as a last resort.

Some National Guard units patrolling the nation’s capital at the direction of President Donald Trump have started carrying firearms, an escalation of his military deployment that makes good on a directive issued late last week by his defense secretary.

President Donald Trump delivered a barrage of false claims about crime in Washington, DC, during a series of Monday comments defending his takeover of the police force and deployment of the National Guard in the nation’s capital.

As soon as the contract extension for Washington Commanders receiver Terry McLaurin was reported, the question began: Who won? In the reaction to determine which side -- McLaurin or the Commanders -- ultimately made concessions or misplayed their hand during the negotiations,

Washington Commanders fans can breathe a sigh of relief with news that star wide receiver Terry McLaurin has finally signed a new deal.