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With the U.S. Capitol in the background, members of the National Guard change shifts as they exit through anti-scaling security fencing on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021, in Washington as security is increased ahead of the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris.

Thousands of National Guard troops pour into Washington as states answer the call

The calls reflect fears that violent extremist groups are targeting the city in the wake of the deadly insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6.

By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press

3 years ago

Report: Glass found in South Carolina National Guard soldiers’ pizza while deployed in DC

The soldiers weren’t harmed, but the incident was reported to the police.

By Diana Stancy Correll

3 years ago

DC attorney general questions National Guard presence

The attorney general for Washington, D.C., pressed the Trump administration and several state governments Thursday to justify the legality of their decision to send a growing contingent of National Guard troops to the nation's capital in the wake of street protests.

By Stephen Braun, The Associated Press

3 years ago

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