WASHINGTON — According to multiple sources, in Mayor Bowser's camp and within the Metropolitan Police Department, they are saying President Donald Trump will "definitely deploy the National Guard" throughout the District.

They are saying the announcement is expected to happen during Trump's news conference on Monday.

In a post on his social media platform TruthSocial Saturday morning, the president announced a press conference that he claims "will, essentially, stop violent crime" in the District.

This comes following months of threats to have the federal government take over the governance of DC. Trump has vocally complained about the rise in crime and homelessness occurring throughout the District.

"It has become one of the most dangerous cities anywhere in the World. It will soon b

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