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When and why has the National Guard been deployed in the US before?

The US reserve military force is activated for federal missions and state emergencies, from disasters to civil unrest.

Some National Guard troops are now armed in Washington, DC

National Guard troops in Washington, D.C., have been authorized to carry firearms as part of President Donald Trump’s crime ...

National Guard troops in DC are now armed, defense official says

As of Sunday night, National Guard troops operating in Washington, D.C., are now armed, according to a defense official. This ...

Live updates: Trump targets cashless bail across the nation; National Guard carrying firearms in D.C.

On Friday, Trump talked about his controversial deployment of the National Guard to Washington, D.C., and said Chicago and ...

Trump’s use of National Guard in DC is a model for saving America’s cities

National Guard deployment in Washington D.C. serves as Trump's blueprint to address crime surges in American cities through ...

Wes Moore: Deployment of National Guard to DC ‘deeply disrespectful’ to guard members

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) on Sunday listed the reasons why he opposes President Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops ...

National Guard to assist immigration law enforcement in 19 states

The Trump administration is deploying up to 1,700 National Guard troops to 19 states to assist with planned Immigration and ...

National Guard now carrying pistols in Washington as troops enter third week deployed to capital

National Guard members are now carrying firearms in Washington, D.C., raising concerns from civil rights groups and residents ...
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7 states approve National Guard troops to support immigration detention operations

National Guard troops in at least seven states will begin a federally funded mission to help ICE manage its swelling ...