Latest "guard capitol hill" stories

Senators want better coordination between Guard and Capitol police, but no QRF for Congress

House lawmakers are pushing for $200 million to set up a Guard quick reaction force to help with future congressional events.

By Leo Shane III

18 months ago

New Jersey National Guard soldiers and airmen from 1st Battalion, 114th Infantry Regiment, 508th Military Police Company, 108th Wing, and 177th Fighter Wing arrive near the Capitol to set up security positions in Washington on Jan. 12, 2021.

Guard leaders eye end to Capitol Hill, border security missions

More than 120,000 Guard troops have been deployed in recent months.

By Leo Shane III

19 months ago

Guard officials say troops’ march on Republican congresswoman’s office wasn’t a political statement

Officials say the display by a large group of uniformed troops was not meant as a partisan attack, but instead an informational visit.

By Leo Shane III

21 months ago

Will the Guard’s Capitol Hill deployment count towards GI Bill benefits?

Lawmakers are concerned that thousands of troops won't get credit for the time served securing the halls of Congress.

By Leo Shane III

23 months ago

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