Multi-source·Jul 26, 2026·4 sources analyzed
National Guard signed a $292 million housing deal for D.C. troops
The National Guard and GSA awarded Placemakr a $292 million task order for up to 2,000 apartment-style units as the D.C. deployment continues, drawing questions about cost, duration and local authority.

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officialnationalguard.milNational Guard Awards Contract to Support Mobilized DC Troopsnewsmilitarytimes.comNational Guard awards $292 million for 2,000 apartment-style units for DC deploymentsnewstaskandpurpose.comNational Guard will spend $290 million on apartments for Washington troopsnewsnbcwashington.comNational Guard in DC to move from hotels into short-term apartments
