Washington, D.C., August 16, 2025 — In a recent appearance on NewsNation, Nestpoint Managing Director John Thomas voiced strong support for President Trump’s decision to deploy the National Guard to Washington, D.C., citing the urgent need to restore public safety and confidence in the nation’s capital.
Thomas described a “palpable sense of unease” among residents and visitors to Washington, where rising crime has fueled public concern. He endorsed the deployment as a “deterrent effect,” invoking the success of Bill Bratton’s broken windows theory in New York City. “Come in and say crime’s not tolerated here. And that kind of thing works,” Thomas emphasized, while also calling for closer collaboration between federal and local law enforcement to ensure the operation remains temporary but effective.
Thomas also criticized local leaders for prioritizing political opposition over public safety. “Instead of coming together to make people feel more safe, local electeds see anything Trump does as horrible,” he said. “The focus should be on protecting citizens, not scoring political points.”
In addition to addressing D.C. security, Thomas weighed in on President Trump’s ongoing negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin. He framed the Alaska summit as a necessary step in diplomacy, calling it “baby steps” toward peace despite the absence of a ceasefire agreement. “You can’t get to a ceasefire or a peace deal without coming together,” Thomas noted, adding that Trump’s willingness to escalate sanctions could provide the leverage needed to push Moscow toward a resolution.
Throughout the discussion, Thomas underscored Nestpoint’s focus on strategic clarity in both domestic and international challenges. His insights reflected Nestpoint’s commitment to advising on policy, security, and leadership issues at the highest levels.
The full interview originally aired on NewsNation and can be viewed here.
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