Latest "national guard u.s. capitol" stories

Saying, "The Biden's are a National Guard family," first lady Jill Biden greets members of the National Guard with chocolate chip cookies Jan. 22, 2021, at the U.S. Capitol in Washington.

Nearly 200 National Guardsmen have tested positive for COVID-19 since deploying to DC

Hundreds of troops are in isolation in Washington after testing positive for COVID-19.

By Meghann Myers

2 years ago

National Guard troops stand guard at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 12, 2021, in Washington.

National Guard troops are authorized to carry their weapons on Capitol grounds

Troops are authorized to carry their weapons, but they are not acting as law enforcement officers.

By Meghann Myers

2 years ago