Latest "military response to George Floyd protests" stories

In this June 1, 2020, file photo, District of Columbia National Guard, and U.S. Park Police, advance through the white roses in front of the AFL-CIO headquarters, with St. John's Church behind them, as they move demonstrators back after they gathered to protest the death of George Floyd near the White House in Washington.

Alabama, Arizona National Guard MP units tapped for rapid response to civil unrest

About 600 troops from military police units — 300 in both Alabama and Arizona — will be ready to deploy within 24 hours if requested by a governor in another state.

By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press

3 years ago