The National Guard troops activated by President Donald Trump will be on patrol in Washington, D.C. 24/7, according to the White House.

In the two days since President Trump activated the guard, only a small group of federal officers have been seen throughout the nation's capital — but the White House says that number and visibility will change drastically starting on Wednesday evening.

Defense officials have said as many as 800 National Guard troops will ultimately deploy to D.C.

The White House says there were 43 arrests last night compared to 22 the night prior.

Guard troops are working to support law enforcement officers of the D.C. police, who President Trump placed under federal control this week.

A defense official told Scripps News Wednesday National Guard troops would continu

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