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Former generals warn of more Guard use in domestic, political missions
The Guard has increasingly been used for unconventional missions outside its traditional mission set, four retired National Guard generals argued.
By Zamone Perez
Texas investigating Guardsman in border-related shooting incident
On April 14, a National Guardsman assigned to Operation Lone Star "discharged a weapon in a border-related incident," the Texas Military Department said.
By Todd South
Retired general’s testimony links contractor to Abu Ghraib abuses
An Army general who investigated prisoner abuse at Abu Ghraib has testified that a civilian contractor instructed prison guards to “soften up” detainees.
Korean War hero Ralph Puckett to lie in honor at US Capitol
Medal of Honor recipient Ralph Puckett will lie in honor at the U.S. Capitol in recognition of his heroism during the Korean War.
Return of horse-drawn caissons to Arlington National Cemetery delayed
The return of horse-drawn caissons at Arlington National Cemetery is being delayed for months and maybe longer, the Army said Friday.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
20 years later, Abu Ghraib detainees get their day in US court
A trial scheduled for April 15, 2024, will mark the first time survivors of Iraq’s Abu Ghraib prison will bring claims of torture to a U.S. jury.
How to renew a DOD ID to keep unique benefits as a civilian
Reapply for the Next Generation USID card to retain some unique benefits after retirement.
By Connie Mabin
Texas Guardsman charged with human smuggling after high-speed chase
Authorities 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 Tribune
Guard units may assist with solar eclipse tourists facing dark times
Once upon a time they were training for the mission. Now they're helping tourists safely have fun. There’s nothing they can do. A total eclipse of the sun.
The 3rd Group roots of this unofficial Nazi-inspired Green Beret logo
A Nazi-inspired patch that sparked outrage in recent days likely originated with 3rd Special Forces Group, which banned the logo in 2022.
By Davis Winkie