We stand ready to support our partners in the National Capital Region and contribute to the collective effort of making our nation’s capital a clean and safe environment,” the

According to a release from Morrisey's press office, the West Virginia National Guard will deploy troops to the nation's capital "as a show of commitment to public safety and regional cooperation."

West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey is deploying 300 to 400 National Guard troops to Washington, D.C ., at the request of President Donald Trump' s administration, according to a statement released Saturday. Newsweek reached out the White House via email on Saturday for comment.