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US launches operation to ‘eliminate’ ISIS fighters in Syria: Hegseth
A U.S. official said that the attack was conducted using F-15 Eagle jets, A-10 Thunderbolt ground attack aircraft and AH-64 Apache helicopters.
Maryland governor describes delayed permission to send National Guard
The Republican governor spoke at a news conference about the state’s response.
Army secretary: 6,200 National Guard troops to be in DC area ‘by the weekend’
Army Secretary Ryan McCarthy made the announcement in a joint press conference with D.C. leadership on Thursday.
By Davis Winkie
This is why the National Guard didn’t respond to the attack on the Capitol
The response to the siege on the Capitol was mired in red tape.
NY National Guard troops not arriving in DC until ‘before early next week’
The New York Guard will arrive in the nation's capitol soon, but officials say they're there for the inauguration.
By Davis Winkie
New law expands VA loan eligibility for Guard, COVID-19 vets
Many National Guard troops who completed COVID-19 orders in 2020 are now eligible for the VA loan. Are you?
By Davis Winkie
New adjutant general appointed for West Virginia National Guard
Brig. Gen. Bill Crane replaces Maj. Gen. James Hoyer.
New in 2021: Atlantic hurricane outlook and potential impact
A first look at factors influencing the 2021 Atlantic hurricane season suggests we're in for an "above average" year.
By Davis Winkie
New in 2021: How will the Guard help with COVID-19 vaccine distribution?
The National Guard will play a key role in distributing the COVID-19 vaccine across the country.
By Davis Winkie
New in 2021: The National Guard will stay busy in 2021
The Guard is coming off a historic usage rate in 2020. What does 2021 hold?
By Davis Winkie
DC National Guard activated for pro-Trump protests as mayor urges calm
Congress is meeting this week to certify the Electoral College results, and President Donald Trump has refused to concede while whipping up support for protests.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press