National Guard deploys for Election Day support
The National Guard has activated in more than a dozen states, deploying more than 250 personnel across the country to support state officials on Election Day, according to the National Guard Bureau (NGB). The 252 personnel now active are in Alabama ...
National Guard Troops Activated in 20 States and Washington, D.C. Ahead of Election Day
National Guard personnel in 20 states and the District of Columbia have been activated or are on standby to aid local authorities ahead of Tuesday’s election, Pentagon officials said Monday. Around 125 National Guardsmen in 10 states have been activated for election support so far,
Many of the National Guardsmen activated for election focus on cybersecurity
The National Guard advises state officials and works with law enforcement to prevent and respond to cyber threats.
National Guard on Standby in Many States as America Faces Tense Election Day
Oregon has some Guardsmen activated as well as on standby. Read Next: Live Election Updates: Governors in Several States Place National Guard on Standby Many of those deployed are "cyber specialists" and civil support teams, the official added, detailing ...
Wisconsin National Guard on standby for Election Day security efforts
At least 245 National Guard personnel across 18 states, including Wisconsin, are on standby for Election Day, according to Pentagon officials. In Wisconsin, as in other states, National Guard members are likely assisting with cybersecurity efforts and standing ready to support law enforcement and first responders in case of protests or security incidents.
Washington state activates National Guard ahead of the presidential election
Oregon and Nevada also plan on having National Guard troops on standby to assist local law enforcement on election day.
Gov. Polis tasks National Guard with election cybersecurity
Election cybersecurity will be bolstered by members of the Colorado National Guard after Gov. Jared Polis issued an executive order for them to do so on Monday.
Washington governor activates National Guard against election-related violence
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee (D) activated the National Guard to be on stand-by in the event it is asked to support local law enforcement and the Washington State Patrol during election week, a press release issued Friday said.
Salem Police, Oregon National Guard prepare for protests ahead of Election Day
Salem Police officers have been training and preparing for the possibility of protests on and after Election Day. Here's what to know.
Washington state activates National Guard in case of election unrest
Washington state’s decision reflects broader concerns across the country that violence may erupt around the election.
Police, National Guard units prep for Election Day violence
National Guard units in several states and local law enforcement agencies are on alert or standby this week as authorities prepare for any violence by extremist groups upset about the election results.
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