WASHINGTON, D.C. - The White House says National Guard troops along with other federal protective services were deployed to the Capitol to help end a violent occupation by President Donald Trump's supporters who are seeking to prevent the certification of the 2020 presidential election.The Pentagon says about 1,100 D.C.
National Guard members were mobilized to help support law enforcement as violent supporters of President Trump breached the U.S.
Capitol.Pentagon spokesperson Jonathan Hoffman said Wednesday afternoon that defense leaders have been in contact with the city and congressional leadership.DETAILS: Pro-Trump protesters storm Capitol building; Electoral College debate haltedA defense official said all 1,100 of the D.C.