One of my favorite things to do in Washington, D.C., is to ride my bicycle to the monuments and around the National Mall. It’s always enjoyable. But my recent treks have featured some unusual sights.

It’s the hot topic in this city right now: President Donald Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops in the district in a bid to hold down crime.

While some Republicans in Congress claim that Washington is a “war zone,” the real story is different. There are big chunks of this city that are very safe. But there are also neighborhoods that struggle with crime and need help.

The National Guard soldiers here have not been deployed in high-crime areas. Many are on patrol along the National Mall, an area that rarely sees violence. Some soldiers have also spent time spreading mulch and picki

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