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March 12, 2021

Armed Services Committee says National Guard no longer needed at Capitol as costs mount

The top Democrat and top Republican on the House Armed Services Committee said they want to see National Guard troops protecting the U.S. Capitol "return home to their families."

March 9, 2021

Pentagon considers involuntary activation of National Guard troops for US Capitol security

The Department of Defense is reportedly considering issuing involuntary activation orders to keep National Guard troops stationed at the U.S. Capitol.

March 9, 2021

Boebert targets Pelosi, Capitol fencing in new ad: 'Madam Speaker, tear down this wall'

Republican Colorado Rep. Lauren Boebert calls on House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to "tear down" security fencing around the Capitol in a new ad. 

March 8, 2021

Capitol Police 'understaffed, insufficiently equipped' to handle violent mob: Lt. Gen. Honoré review

U.S. Capitol Police were “understaffed, insufficiently equipped and inadequately trained” to secure the Capitol and Congress members on Jan. 6, according to a final security review to be presented Monday by retired Army Lieutenant General Russel Honoré before the House in closed-door sessions.

March 6, 2021

National Guard member takes photo with every US Senator: 'I couldn't believe it'

The photos will first join a display in the Utica guard armory after the D.C. mission ends.

March 3, 2021

DC National Guard head says Army generals advised against soldiers to Capitol during riot due to optics

D.C. National Guard Maj. Gen. William J. Walker testified before members of Congress on Wednesday that it took over three hours on Jan. 6 before senior Army officials approved a request for National Guard troops to be sent to the Capitol as rioters stormed the building.

March 3, 2021

Michigan National Guard members complain of undercooked, contaminated meals while in DC

Members of Michigan’s National Guard have complained of receiving undercooked meals or food containing metal shavings during their stay in Washington, D.C., to protect the U.S. Capitol, according to news reports, as lawmakers from the state call for a new food provider.

February 19, 2021

Alabama military plane crash leaves 2 dead

Two people are dead after a military jet crashed near Montgomery Regional Airport in Alabama, according to county officials.

February 18, 2021

Small contingent of National Guard expected to remain at US Capitol indefinitely

A small group of National Guard troops is expected to remain in and around the U.S. Capitol indefinitely to serve as a reactionary force, sources told Fox News Thursday night.

February 17, 2021

Thousands of service members saying no to COVID-19 vaccine

By the thousands, U.S. service members are refusing or putting off the COVID-19 vaccine as frustrated commanders scramble to knock down internet rumors and find the right pitch that will persuade troops to get the shot.