US War Secretary Pete Hegseth extends National Guard deployment in DC through February

US War Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced the extension of the National Guard"s deployment in Washington, D.C. through February, according to a report from CNN.

This decision comes amid ongoing security concerns in the capital. The National Guard has been stationed in Washington, D.C. to assist with various security measures since earlier this year.

For further context, similar situations have arisen in the past, such as when the Pentagon ordered national guards to form "quick reaction forces" for crowd control.

The extension of the National Guard"s presence reflects the government"s commitment to maintaining security in the area.