Former generals warn of more Guard use in domestic, political missionsThe Guard has increasingly been used for unconventional missions outside its traditional mission set, four retired National Guard generals argued.By Zamone Perez2 days ago
Trump says he’d use the National Guard to deport migrants if reelectedThe presumptive Republican presidential nominee didn't elaborate how he'd carry out deportation operations or what role the Guard would play in them.2 days ago
Texas Guardsman charged with human smuggling after high-speed chaseAuthorities said the Guardsman turned around at a Border Patrol checkpoint and fled, leading to a 15-mile chase at speeds of more than 100 miles per hour.By Alejandro Serrano, The Texas Tribune4 weeks ago
Arkansas National Guard deploys to U.S.-Mexico borderRoughly 40 Arkansas guardsmen will deploy from April 1 to May 30 to Eagle Pass, Texas, according to the governor’s office.By Hunter Field, Arkansas Advocate6 weeks ago
Lawmaker presses Army to explore permanent armor presence in EuropeRep. Don Bacon urged the Army to “give serious consideration” to basing armor units overseas after Army Times investigated suicides in tank units.By Davis Winkie7 weeks ago
Army should permanently station armor brigade in Poland, report arguesThe Center for Strategic and International Studies said the Army should reduce its Europe rotations in favor of permanent bases.By Davis Winkie7 weeks ago
Large-scale, Army-led NATO exercise kicks off in EuropeMore than 6,500 troops will participate in the month-long exercise.By Todd South2 months ago
8,000+ soldiers tested in large-scale combat in the ArcticThe exercise included a 150-mile helicopter deep strike and armed snowmobile hunter-killer teams.By Todd South2 months ago
Texas to build 80-acre border base for National Guard troopsTroops are scattered around the area, living in tents, hotels and private residences, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said.By Uriel García, The Texas Tribune and Davis Winkie3 months ago
Multiple fixes in the works for Fort Liberty quality of life problemsPost officials are working an a host of short- and long-term solutions to decadeslong infrastructure issues.By Todd South3 months ago
Lighten the load: The Army’s plan to save time by shedding excess gearTo save time and ditch unneeded gear, the Army recently began a pilot program to expedite removing excess equipment from unit inventories.By Todd South3 months ago
Army fielding new helmet that protects against small arms fireThe new helmet gives added protection at the same weight of the current helmet.By Todd South3 months ago