Remainder Of Active-Duty Troops Sent Home From Washington, D.C.

Mark Esper ordered the return of 1600 active duty troops from Washington DC, with 700 going back to Fort Bragg. This decision followed peaceful protests and sufficient National Guard presence in DC. McCarthy announced the arrival of additional National Guard members and an investigation into a helicopter incident on June 1st, where a helicopter flew low over protesters. The crew involved has been grounded.

What was the reason for Mark Esper's decision to send active duty troops back to their home bases?

• To reduce military expenses

• Due to violent protests in DC

• Because the city had enough National Guardsmen

• To prepare for a military exercise

How many National Guard members were already present in DC before the additional deployment?

• 1200

• 3900

• 700

• 1600

What specific order was given to the National Guardsmen in DC?

• To carry weapons

• To patrol the streets

• Not to carry weapons

• To assist in crowd control

What incident is the DC National Guard investigating?

• A breach of security at a government building

• A military parade

• A helicopter flying low over protesters

• A protest march

What action was taken against the crew involved in the helicopter incident?

• They were promoted

• They were given a warning

• They were transferred

• They were grounded