Military requests pulling 200 troops back from California protest dutyThe commander in charge of the troops in LA asked the Defense Secretary if 200 of those forces could be returned to wildfire fighting duty.By Tara Copp, AP23 hours ago
Advocates recruit vets to attend Afghan allies’ immigration hearingsThe effort is designed to show support for legal immigration of more Afghans who worked alongside American forces during the war overseas. By Leo Shane III6 days ago
ICE detains Marine Corps veteran’s wife at green card meetingPrior to Trump’s push to drive up deportations, USCIS provided more discretion for vets seeking legal status for a family member, legal experts say.8 days ago
The history of presidents activating US troops on American soilU.S. presidents have rarely federalized the National Guard to intervene in protests on U.S. soil.By Claire Barrett13 days ago
LA deployments to cost $134 million and last 60 days, Pentagon saysThe cost estimate came during a feisty exchange as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth testified before the House on Tuesday.By Noah Robertson3 weeks ago
700 Marines deployed to LA to respond to immigration protestsAbout 700 Marines have been ordered to deploy to Los Angeles to help National Guard members respond to immigration protests.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press and Tara Copp, AP3 weeks ago