Governor Landry's Push for the National Guard in Louisiana Cities

President Trump’s recent decision to deploy troops into U.S. cities has sparked nationwide debate, and Louisiana may be next. We break down what’s really happening, why Governor Landry has requested federal funds to deploy the Louisiana National Guard, and what it means for New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Shreveport.

We talk about the difference between policing and militarization, how public perception of crime often clashes with actual data, and why language like “war on crime” shapes public opinion and policy. Drawing on memories from post-Katrina New Orleans, we question whether sending troops into cities truly makes us safer or if investing in our communities is the better path forward.

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