National Guard Cleans Up DC Streets Amid Trump’s Takeover as Tourism Soars with New “We the People DC” Campaign
As former President Donald Trump’s highly publicized “takeover” of Washington, DC proceeds, National Guard troops have been seen performing an unexpected duty: picking up trash on the city’s streets. This cleanup effort comes at the same time that DC tourism officials are promoting a record-breaking influx of visitors and launching a fresh branding initiative, the “We the People DC” campaign, highlighting the city’s historical significance and vibrant culture. In early 2024, DC experienced an unprecedented increase in tourism, with officials reporting record visitation numbers for the first quarter of the year. City leaders attribute this surge to a combination of












