North Little Rock, Ark. – In a show of state pride and federal partnership, more than 80 Arkansas National Guard soldiers are now stationed in Washington, D.C. as part of President Trump’s “D.C. Safe and Beautiful” mission. The troops, drawn from the 39th Mobile Brigade Combat Team, will remain on the capital’s streets until Feb. 12, 2027, according to an official National Guard release.

Governor’s endorsement and deployment timeline

Governor Sarah Sanders gave formal approval for the deployment on Oct. 1, marking the sixth rotation of Arkansas Guardsmen since the mission began on Dec. 1, 2025. Sanders praised the Guard’s readiness, noting that the deployment underscores Arkansas’s commitment to national security and public safety.

Scope of the D.C. mission

The “D.C. Safe and Beautiful” effort aims to bolster security, improve public order, and support law‑enforcement agencies in the nation’s capital. With the latest rotation, the total number of National Guard personnel on the ground has risen to 170, officials said.

Local impact and community response

While the deployment removes a sizable contingent of soldiers from Arkansas, the state’s National Guard leadership assures residents that essential state missions will continue uninterrupted. Families of the deployed Guardsmen have expressed pride in serving the nation, and local veterans’ groups have organized support drives for the soldiers stationed in D.C.

Future rotations

Officials indicate that additional rotations may follow, depending on the mission’s progress and the needs of the capital. The Arkansas National Guard remains prepared to respond to any further federal requests, reinforcing the long‑standing partnership between state and national defense forces.

For more information about the deployment and ways to support the deployed Guardsmen, residents can contact the Arkansas National Guard Public Affairs Office.

Original reporting: KATV Little Rock (local) — read the source article.