“If cities can’t protect their citizens, the federal government must step in.”
The promise
In September 2025, JD Vance proposed deploying federal troops and National Guard units to Detroit to combat rising crime. He argued that the federal government should assist cities unable to control violence. The statement triggered strong pushback from Michigan officials, who called it unconstitutional interference. Vance maintained that the plan would respect local authority while restoring safety. No deployment has taken place, but the discussion shaped national debate on urban policing.
