Celebrating the one-year anniversary of the DC Safe and Beautiful mission, national media outlets covered the impact of the National Guard deployment to the nation’s capital, answering questions on changes in crime rates, the public’s response, and the future of the mission.
EANGUS was featured on CNN’s The Lead with Jake Tapper, highlighting the unique challenges National Guard service members face compared to their active duty counterparts, and how the DC Safe and Beautiful mission stands as a testament to the resilience, capability, agility, and dedication of the Guard.
Past President Josh Baker and Area IV Director Chris Mitchke were featured in the segment, offering insight into the mission and how EANGUS supports those who are Always Ready, Always There.
Check out the video: https://www.cnn.com/2026/08/11/us/video/national-guard-deployment-washington-dc-lead-jake-tapper
