In Albuquerque, New Mexico, National Guard troops are assisting local police by monitoring dispatch calls and securing crime scenes to address a surge in crime, as requested by the city’s police amid a state of emergency declared by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham. Unlike federal deployments in other cities, these troops, unarmed and focused on support roles, reflect a collaborative approach with local governments to combat issues like drug trafficking and violent crime.
Want More Context? 🔎



