Costly National Guard Deployment Nears One-Year Mark
#NationalGuard #WashingtonDCOver 2,500 National Guard troops remain deployed in Washington D.C. at a cost exceeding $1 million daily, with no clear end date. Despite looming elections, the prolonged military presence receives scant political discussion, highlighting the city's limited autonomy. read more
Pentagon Plans Three-Year Guard Extension in DC
#NationalGuard #DCPoliticsThe Pentagon reportedly plans to keep National Guard troops in Washington D.C. for three more years, despite President Trump recently declaring the city nearly "crime free." The extended deployment would last through his potential second term. read more
Trump Withdraws National Guard After Court Defeats
#TrumpAdministration #NationalGuardTrump's administration quietly withdrew National Guard troops from Chicago, Los Angeles, and Portland after court rulings blocked their deployment. The Supreme Court had rebuked the move, which cost nearly half a billion dollars. read more
Mexico Deploys Troops to US Border Amid Tariff Threat Concerns
#Mexico #NationalGuardMexico deploys 10,000 National Guard troops to US border in response to Trump's tariff threat. Mexican Guard and Army trucks patrol Ciudad Juárez and El Paso. This move follows an agreement to address border security and fentanyl smuggling. read more
National Guard Introduces Inauguration Patch to Enhance Security Measures
#NationalGuard #InaugurationSecurityNational Guard troops at Trump's inauguration will wear a special patch to distinguish themselves. About 7,800 troops will be on duty for crowd management and security, with preparations focusing on clear communication and a peaceful transition of power. read more
"Southern California Line Fire Burns 21,000+ Acres, Forces Evacuations"
#CaliforniaWildfire #NationalGuardThe Line Fire in Southern California has burned over 21,000 acres, prompting evacuations, with the National Guard assisting. The blaze remains largely uncontained, exacerbated by extreme heat and lightning strikes. read more