Latest ""
Pentagon reviewing how DC Guard is called up for duty
A decision could come in the next six months, National Guard Chief Gen. Daniel Hokanson told Military Times.
7 Hawaii National Guard members contract COVID-19 after providing Inauguration Day security
All were in isolation and haven’t displayed symptoms, the Guard said in a news release.
After deadly Capitol riot, Army looking at which troops require security screening ahead of Biden inauguration
“We are working with the Secret Service to determine which service members supporting the national special security event for the Inauguration require additional background screening,” an Army spokesperson said.
By Kyle Rempfer
Tennessee Guardsmen have administered over 500K virus tests
There are currently 500 Tennessee soldiers and airmen helping administer tests across the state.
Kentucky National Guard to assist local officials on Election Day
About 280 guardsmen will provide logistical and administrative support next Tuesday, Guard officials say.
Trump awards Army aircrews who rescued hundreds during California wildfire
"I spoke to some people that really didn’t want you to do it. They didn’t want you to go back on those flights," Pres. Trump said Monday.
By Kyle Rempfer
States petition for federal National Guard orders to be extended for coronavirus response
Federal orders placing National Guard troops on COVID-19 response missions are set to end on August 21. If not extended, troops' pay and benefits will be greatly affected.
By Harm Venhuizen
Soldier fired shots on vehicle that posed a threat, Minnesota Guard commander says
"Our soldier fired three rounds from his rifle in response to a perceived and legitimate threat."
By Kyle Rempfer
Trump extends Guard coronavirus missions until mid-August
The move extends the deployments from 89 days to more than 120.
Army Guard finishes ditching personnel paperwork for new online system
The new system allows Guardsmen to process paperwork via a phone app.
By Kyle Rempfer
Guard activations expected to rapidly increase, could be used for law enforcement
“I’m expecting tens of thousands to be used inside the states as this grows," the National Guard chief said. "This could quickly blossom in the next couple weeks."
By Kyle Rempfer