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National Guard told to create ‘quick reaction forces’ for civil unrest
Military leaders ordered the National Guard in every state to develop a “quick reaction force” of troops trained to deal with civil disturbances and riots.
GOP senator proposes commission to study VA disability ratings system
At a Senate hearing, Sen. Tommy Tuberville questioned whether the VBA needs subject matter experts to examine claims processes and recommend improvements.
By Patricia Kime
Vance says troops will be paid as pressure builds to end shutdown
The vice president said he believes troops will be paid at the end of the week, though he did not specify how the administration will reconfigure funding.
Guard deployments in DC and Portland are focus of court hearings
Here’s what to know about the latest legal efforts to block or deploy the Guard in various cities.
By Michael Kunzelman, The Associated Press
Shots fired after truck rams into California Coast Guard base
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security says the driver was wounded in the stomach Thursday night and was being held for a mental health evaluation.
By Kathy McCormack, The Associated Press