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Federal troop deployments to US cities cost taxpayers $496 million and counting

Federal troops sent to six US cities by the Trump administration have cost taxpayers nearly $500 million. Continued deployment could surpass $1 billion. Senator Jeff Merkley highlighted the significant expenditure. The White House claims these efforts have reduced crime. Legal challenges have arisen regarding the deployments. Costs for future deployments are also estimated.

29 Jan 2026 7:22 am