Thousands of National Guard troops could remain in Washington until March
Discussions are taking place about keeping thousands of National Guard troops in Washington until March because of concerns about potential unrest during the upcoming impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump and around President Joe Biden's first joint address to Congress, two defense officials told CNN.
Thousands Of National Guard Troops Will Remain In Washington Into March Following US Capitol Riots, Inauguration
WASHINGTON (CNN/WJZ) — More than 5,000 National Guard troops will remain in Washington through mid-March to provide security amid concerns over potential unrest in the coming weeks, acting Secretary of the Army John Whitley said in a press briefing on Monday.There are currently 15,000 troops in the city with the numbers due to be reduced to 7,000 by the end of the week and 5,600 by mid-March, according to National Guard Bureau Chief Gen. Daniel …
Some National Guard soldiers will remain in Washington over concerns about potential impeachment disturbances
(CNN) - Plans to keep thousands of National Guard soldiers in Washington through the end of the month are motivated in part by concerns of further unrest during the impending impeachment trial, and also in anticipation of the first speech. by President Biden before a joint session of Congress, according to defense officials familiar with current planning. Concern stems from what officials said were ongoing talks chosen by federal law enforcement…
Thousands of National Guard troops could remain in Washington until March - Local News 8
Discussions are taking place about keeping thousands of National Guard troops in Washington until March because of concerns about potential unrest during the upcoming impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump and around President Joe Biden’s first joint address to Congress, two defense officials told CNN.The concerns stem from what defense officials say is ongoing chatter about demonstrations picked up by federal law enforcement. On Thu…
More than 150 National Guard in Washington for inauguration test positive for coronavirus
Between 150 and 200 National Guard deployed to Washington, DC, to provide security for President Joe Biden's inauguration have tested positive for the coronavirus, a US official said on Friday.