Military officials say National Guard will stay in D.C. in case any issues arise from upcoming events By Eleanor Watson National Guard troops staying in D.C. Army and National Guard officials said Monday that 5,000 National Guard troops will stay in Washington, D.C. until mid-March in response to requests and information from other agencies, including the FBI. More than 25,000 troops were sent to the nation's capital January 13 to provide security for President Biden's inauguration after a violent mob rioted at the Capitol while Congress was counting Electoral College votes on January 6. Of the more than 25,000 members of the National Guard that traveled to DC to support the safety of the inauguration, about 5,000 are staying until mid-March