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#public-safety

250 National Guard Members Deployed to NYC Subways For Holiday Season

Governor Hochul announced deployment of 250 National Guard members in subway stations to enhance security during the holiday season.

National Guard Can't Carry Long Guns While Checking Bags in Subway

Gov. Hochul deployed National Guard in NYC subways, later prohibited long guns at bag-check stations.
NYCLU sees Guard's presence in subways as unnecessary overreaction, fostering fear and tension.

After Woman Loses Feet in Subway Shoving, Her Boyfriend Is Charged

Woman's feet amputated after being pushed onto subway tracks by boyfriend
Increased crime in NYC transit system despite recent efforts

Additional 250 National Guard troops will flood subways to keep holiday straphangers safe, Hochul announces

Gov. Hochul deploys 250 more National Guard troops to NYC subways for enhanced holiday safety, raising total deployment to 1,000.

250 National Guard Members Deployed to NYC Subways For Holiday Season

Governor Hochul announced deployment of 250 National Guard members in subway stations to enhance security during the holiday season.

National Guard Can't Carry Long Guns While Checking Bags in Subway

Gov. Hochul deployed National Guard in NYC subways, later prohibited long guns at bag-check stations.
NYCLU sees Guard's presence in subways as unnecessary overreaction, fostering fear and tension.

After Woman Loses Feet in Subway Shoving, Her Boyfriend Is Charged

Woman's feet amputated after being pushed onto subway tracks by boyfriend
Increased crime in NYC transit system despite recent efforts

Additional 250 National Guard troops will flood subways to keep holiday straphangers safe, Hochul announces

Gov. Hochul deploys 250 more National Guard troops to NYC subways for enhanced holiday safety, raising total deployment to 1,000.
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Hochul to add 250 National Guard troops to NYC subways

Increased National Guard presence in NYC subways aims to enhance commuter safety and security, not a direct response to crime trends.

Exclusive | National Guard will be pulled from NYC migrant shelters starting next week: 'Mission completed'

The National Guard's mission to aid New York City's migrant shelters will conclude December 18 as the migrant crisis alleviates.
#border-security

Gov. Newsom announces new plans for National Guard at California-Mexico border

Gov. Newsom addresses immigration and border security by deploying the National Guard to screen southbound traffic and curb cross-border crime, particularly with guns.

DeSantis Announces Plan to Deploy FL State Guards and National Guards to Texas

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is sending the State Guard and National Guard to assist in fortifying the US-Mexico border in Texas.
The State Guard, which has been transformed into a militia with combat training, will be deployed to help strengthen barricades and add barriers and wire.

Gov. Newsom announces new plans for National Guard at California-Mexico border

Gov. Newsom addresses immigration and border security by deploying the National Guard to screen southbound traffic and curb cross-border crime, particularly with guns.

DeSantis Announces Plan to Deploy FL State Guards and National Guards to Texas

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is sending the State Guard and National Guard to assist in fortifying the US-Mexico border in Texas.
The State Guard, which has been transformed into a militia with combat training, will be deployed to help strengthen barricades and add barriers and wire.
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Maryland seeks D.C.'s Air National Guard squadron in RFK deal

Maryland's senators proposed a deal that may grant D.C. control over RFK Stadium redevelopment for a National Guard squadron transfer.
#tattoos

Pentagon pick left Guard after being reported as possible 'insider threat' due to tattoo

The incident around Hegseth's tattoos raised concerns about insider threats within the National Guard.
Hegseth's removal from the mission highlighted the sensitivity over symbols in military contexts post-Capitol riots.

Did Pete Hegseth's tattoos bar him from National Guard service in 2021? - Poynter

Pete Hegseth's tattoos raise concerns about extremist associations that could impact his National Guard service.

Pentagon pick left Guard after being reported as possible 'insider threat' due to tattoo

The incident around Hegseth's tattoos raised concerns about insider threats within the National Guard.
Hegseth's removal from the mission highlighted the sensitivity over symbols in military contexts post-Capitol riots.

Did Pete Hegseth's tattoos bar him from National Guard service in 2021? - Poynter

Pete Hegseth's tattoos raise concerns about extremist associations that could impact his National Guard service.
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#pete-hegseth

Trump Selects Pete Hegseth for Secretary of Defense

Trump nominated Pete Hegseth for Secretary of Defense, emphasizing military experience and a restrained approach to military engagement.

Trump Pentagon pick had been flagged by fellow service member as possible Insider Threat'

Hegseth's nomination raises alarms about military extremism, given his potential insider threat status due to a controversial tattoo.

Trump Selects Pete Hegseth for Secretary of Defense

Trump nominated Pete Hegseth for Secretary of Defense, emphasizing military experience and a restrained approach to military engagement.

Trump Pentagon pick had been flagged by fellow service member as possible Insider Threat'

Hegseth's nomination raises alarms about military extremism, given his potential insider threat status due to a controversial tattoo.
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#trump-administration

Noem to Be DHS Sec

Trump appoints Kristi Noem as DHS head, emphasizing a hardline immigration policy focus.

About 24 states say they'll send National Guard troops to D.C. for vote certification and inauguration

States are prepared to send National Guard troops to D.C. around election certification and inauguration, amid concerns of potential violence.

Noem to Be DHS Sec

Trump appoints Kristi Noem as DHS head, emphasizing a hardline immigration policy focus.

About 24 states say they'll send National Guard troops to D.C. for vote certification and inauguration

States are prepared to send National Guard troops to D.C. around election certification and inauguration, amid concerns of potential violence.
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#corruption

Parcels That Exploded In Europe Reportedly Part Of Russian Plot

Major General Mirzayev's arrest signifies a larger crackdown on corruption within Russia's military ranks, indicating serious systemic issues.

Uzbekistan Jails Migrant Worker For Fighting For Russia In Ukraine

Russia's National Guard official arrested on corruption charges, amid a wider crackdown on military graft.

Number Of North Korean Troops In Kursk Grows To 11,000, Zelenskiy Says

Major General Mirza Mirzayev was arrested on corruption charges amid a broader crackdown on military graft in Russia.

Russia Launches Fresh Attacks On Ukraine As Casualties Rise In Zaporizhzhya

A high-ranking official, Major General Mirza Mirzayev, was arrested for corruption, revealing a major crackdown on military graft in Russia.

Belarus Issues First-Ever Prison Sentence For 'Genocide Denial'

Russia's National Guard is under scrutiny as Major General Mirza Mirzayev faces serious corruption charges, emphasizing the military's graft crackdown.

Protest Turns Violent In Serbian City Where Canopy Collapse Killed 14

Russia's crackdown on military corruption intensifies with the arrest of Major General Mirza Mirzayev for extortion charges.

Parcels That Exploded In Europe Reportedly Part Of Russian Plot

Major General Mirzayev's arrest signifies a larger crackdown on corruption within Russia's military ranks, indicating serious systemic issues.

Uzbekistan Jails Migrant Worker For Fighting For Russia In Ukraine

Russia's National Guard official arrested on corruption charges, amid a wider crackdown on military graft.

Number Of North Korean Troops In Kursk Grows To 11,000, Zelenskiy Says

Major General Mirza Mirzayev was arrested on corruption charges amid a broader crackdown on military graft in Russia.

Russia Launches Fresh Attacks On Ukraine As Casualties Rise In Zaporizhzhya

A high-ranking official, Major General Mirza Mirzayev, was arrested for corruption, revealing a major crackdown on military graft in Russia.

Belarus Issues First-Ever Prison Sentence For 'Genocide Denial'

Russia's National Guard is under scrutiny as Major General Mirza Mirzayev faces serious corruption charges, emphasizing the military's graft crackdown.

Protest Turns Violent In Serbian City Where Canopy Collapse Killed 14

Russia's crackdown on military corruption intensifies with the arrest of Major General Mirza Mirzayev for extortion charges.
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#election-security

About 24 states say they'll send National Guard troops to DC for vote certification and inauguration

More than two dozen states are prepared to send National Guard troops to Washington ahead of the presidential election and inauguration.

States and cities beef up security to prepare for potential election-related violence

Cities are activating National Guard troops and increasing police presence for potential election-related violence, despite no major incidents reported.

Police, National Guard units prep for Election Day violence

Right-wing extremist groups are prompting security alerts due to threats of violence around the election results.

About 24 states say they'll send National Guard troops to DC for vote certification and inauguration

More than two dozen states are prepared to send National Guard troops to Washington ahead of the presidential election and inauguration.

States and cities beef up security to prepare for potential election-related violence

Cities are activating National Guard troops and increasing police presence for potential election-related violence, despite no major incidents reported.

Police, National Guard units prep for Election Day violence

Right-wing extremist groups are prompting security alerts due to threats of violence around the election results.
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#trump

This National Guard Crowd Likes What It Hears From Trump

Trump's speech at the National Guard Association conference illustrated the mixed political sentiments within military ranks.

Trump Claims U.S. Soldiers Don't Have Ammunition' Because We Gave It All Away'

Trump falsely claimed the U.S. military is out of ammunition during a National Guard event.

7 Plans Trump Has For 2024 That Feel Straight Out Of Black Mirror

Trump discussed extreme immigration actions and police immunity in a potential 2024 election scenario.

Trump Promises to Expand Space Force And Build An Iron Dome' Missile Shield Around Our Nation'

Trump proposes the creation of a Space National Guard to support the Space Force.
Trump reflects on NATO's financial contributions and military commitments.

Trump Ally Byron Donalds Pushes Back On His Comments About Using the Military Against Citizens: We're Not Going to Have That'

Rep. Byron Donalds opposes using the military against citizens, advocating for peaceful transitions of power.

This National Guard Crowd Likes What It Hears From Trump

Trump's speech at the National Guard Association conference illustrated the mixed political sentiments within military ranks.

Trump Claims U.S. Soldiers Don't Have Ammunition' Because We Gave It All Away'

Trump falsely claimed the U.S. military is out of ammunition during a National Guard event.

7 Plans Trump Has For 2024 That Feel Straight Out Of Black Mirror

Trump discussed extreme immigration actions and police immunity in a potential 2024 election scenario.

Trump Promises to Expand Space Force And Build An Iron Dome' Missile Shield Around Our Nation'

Trump proposes the creation of a Space National Guard to support the Space Force.
Trump reflects on NATO's financial contributions and military commitments.

Trump Ally Byron Donalds Pushes Back On His Comments About Using the Military Against Citizens: We're Not Going to Have That'

Rep. Byron Donalds opposes using the military against citizens, advocating for peaceful transitions of power.
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Storm-ravaged Gulf Coast could be hit by another hurricane soon

Tropical Storm Milton is expected to intensify into a major hurricane, affecting Florida's Gulf Coast midweek.

Mexican Senate Votes to Give Military Control of Civilian National Guard

Mexico's Senate approved a constitutional amendment to place the National Guard under military control, raising concerns about civilian oversight and military power.
#tim-walz

Walz Faces New Scrutiny Over 2020 Riots: Was He Too Slow to Send Troops?

The riots following George Floyd's murder exposed delays in the response from Minneapolis officials.

Tim Walz's Successor in National Guard Penned Private Letter Asking Him to Stop Claiming Rank He Didn't Have For Political Gain'

Tim Walz faces allegations of exaggerating his military record, including claims of holding titles he didn't earn.

Vets Who Served With Tim Walz Slam Him as Coward' and Habitual Liar' in Scathing Megyn Kelly Interview

Tim Walz is accused by fellow veterans of exaggerating his military service and lacking integrity.”],

Yikes: Walz Nodded in Agreement When Interviewer Wrongly Said He Served in Afghanistan

Tim Walz faces scrutiny over inaccuracies in his military service claims, raising issues of transparency and public trust.

Walz Faces New Scrutiny Over 2020 Riots: Was He Too Slow to Send Troops?

The riots following George Floyd's murder exposed delays in the response from Minneapolis officials.

Tim Walz's Successor in National Guard Penned Private Letter Asking Him to Stop Claiming Rank He Didn't Have For Political Gain'

Tim Walz faces allegations of exaggerating his military record, including claims of holding titles he didn't earn.

Vets Who Served With Tim Walz Slam Him as Coward' and Habitual Liar' in Scathing Megyn Kelly Interview

Tim Walz is accused by fellow veterans of exaggerating his military service and lacking integrity.”],

Yikes: Walz Nodded in Agreement When Interviewer Wrongly Said He Served in Afghanistan

Tim Walz faces scrutiny over inaccuracies in his military service claims, raising issues of transparency and public trust.
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Puerto Rico cancels classes, activates National Guard as Tropical Storm Ernesto nears

Officials in Puerto Rico are taking precautionary measures due to the impending Tropical Storm Ernesto, activating the National Guard and canceling public school classes.

Video. Zaporizhzhia police officers undergo basic military training

Law enforcement officers in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, are undergoing training with National Guard instructors, focusing on tactics like storming trenches and exploring weapons.

Winds and lightning strikes stoke Oregon fire, now the largest in the U.S.

The Durkee Fire in Oregon, fueled by powerful winds and lightning strikes, continues to grow, prompting evacuations and the deployment of the National Guard.
#protests

Biden on campus protesters: No "right to cause chaos"

Biden emphasizes the distinction between peaceful and violent protests and does not support National Guard intervention in current protests.

Calls mount for Columbia's president to resign

The crisis at Columbia University escalates as Republican Speaker of the House Mike Johnson calls for President Shafik's resignation amid ongoing protests.

Biden on campus protesters: No "right to cause chaos"

Biden emphasizes the distinction between peaceful and violent protests and does not support National Guard intervention in current protests.

Calls mount for Columbia's president to resign

The crisis at Columbia University escalates as Republican Speaker of the House Mike Johnson calls for President Shafik's resignation amid ongoing protests.
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Student Gaza protests: Columbia University extends deadline to clear camp as tensions continue live

Columbia University extended deadline for dismantling pro-Palestinian protest camps amid tension over Israel-Gaza war.

Google will provide AI to the military for disaster response

Google is providing AI tools to National Guard for faster disaster response.
#donald-trump

Have You Thought This Through?' Fox's Steve Doocy Asks GOP Gov If He Realizes Biden Can Federalize His State's National Guard

Former President Donald Trump called on Republican-led states to send National Guard troops to the U.S.-Mexico border in Texas.
There is a concern that President Biden could federalize the state's National Guard and override the authority of Republican governors.

Trump Calls on States to Deploy National Guard to Texas As State Clashes With Federal Government Over Border Crisis

Former President Donald Trump called on Republican-controlled states to send National Guard troops to Texas to help repel migrants at the southern border.
Trump accused President Joe Biden of aiding and abetting a massive invasion of illegal migrants.

Opinion: Trump wants to round up California's undocumented migrants

Trump focuses on illegal immigration, aims at largest deportation campaign in history.
Legal implications of utilizing National Guard for immigration enforcement.

Have You Thought This Through?' Fox's Steve Doocy Asks GOP Gov If He Realizes Biden Can Federalize His State's National Guard

Former President Donald Trump called on Republican-led states to send National Guard troops to the U.S.-Mexico border in Texas.
There is a concern that President Biden could federalize the state's National Guard and override the authority of Republican governors.

Trump Calls on States to Deploy National Guard to Texas As State Clashes With Federal Government Over Border Crisis

Former President Donald Trump called on Republican-controlled states to send National Guard troops to Texas to help repel migrants at the southern border.
Trump accused President Joe Biden of aiding and abetting a massive invasion of illegal migrants.

Opinion: Trump wants to round up California's undocumented migrants

Trump focuses on illegal immigration, aims at largest deportation campaign in history.
Legal implications of utilizing National Guard for immigration enforcement.
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#nyc-subway

Cuomo slams Hochul's deployment of National Guard in NYC subways: 'You need police'

Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo criticizes Gov. Hochul's deployment of National Guard in NYC subway, advocates for more police presence.
Cuomo argues that the National Guard checking bags in subway stations is not a sustainable solution to combat crime.

National Guard Won't Carry Long Guns During Subway Patrols

National Guard will not carry long guns during bag checks in NYC subway
Other National Guard soldiers part of Task Force will still have long guns

Cuomo slams Hochul's deployment of National Guard in NYC subways: 'You need police'

Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo criticizes Gov. Hochul's deployment of National Guard in NYC subway, advocates for more police presence.
Cuomo argues that the National Guard checking bags in subway stations is not a sustainable solution to combat crime.

National Guard Won't Carry Long Guns During Subway Patrols

National Guard will not carry long guns during bag checks in NYC subway
Other National Guard soldiers part of Task Force will still have long guns
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#subway-safety

Gov. Hochul rolls back big guns in National Guard NYC subway bag searches

Gov. Hochul ordered National Guard not to carry military-grade assault rifles during subway safety bag checks.
Photos of well-armed soldiers conducting bag checks raised concerns about militarizing public transit.

Gov. Hochul should have stuck with her long guns on subway safety

Gov. Hochul banned National Guard from carrying rifles in subway oversight.
Hochul faces challenges in dealing with rising crime in subways due to lack of support from progressive Democrats.

Gov. Hochul rolls back big guns in National Guard NYC subway bag searches

Gov. Hochul ordered National Guard not to carry military-grade assault rifles during subway safety bag checks.
Photos of well-armed soldiers conducting bag checks raised concerns about militarizing public transit.

Gov. Hochul should have stuck with her long guns on subway safety

Gov. Hochul banned National Guard from carrying rifles in subway oversight.
Hochul faces challenges in dealing with rising crime in subways due to lack of support from progressive Democrats.
moresubway-safety

New York's Kathy Hochul sends in troops. I guess it's OK if a Democrat makes the call.

Gov. Kathy Hochul deployed National Guard to NYC subway for security.
Conservatives criticize left for hypocrisy in response to Hochul's measure.

New York Gov. Hochul's latest terrible idea: militarized public transit

Using National Guard on NYC subway may create issues
Guard members trained for combat, not policing.
#border-patrol

New York State Trooper Among Those Killed in Military Helicopter Crash

Two National Guard members and a U.S. Border Patrol agent died in a helicopter crash near the U.S.-Mexico border.
The victims were part of a routine mission tracking the border with monitoring and detecting capabilities.

Abbott seizes park along Rio Grande in latest escalation with feds over border

National Guard troops under the command of Texas Gov. Greg Abbott are blocking U.S. Border Patrol agents from reaching the border
The Biden administration has asked the Supreme Court to intervene in order to regain access to the border

New York State Trooper Among Those Killed in Military Helicopter Crash

Two National Guard members and a U.S. Border Patrol agent died in a helicopter crash near the U.S.-Mexico border.
The victims were part of a routine mission tracking the border with monitoring and detecting capabilities.

Abbott seizes park along Rio Grande in latest escalation with feds over border

National Guard troops under the command of Texas Gov. Greg Abbott are blocking U.S. Border Patrol agents from reaching the border
The Biden administration has asked the Supreme Court to intervene in order to regain access to the border
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Transit delays, violent crime: Report card on NYC subway reveals a system in crisis

Crime rates have skyrocketed in the New York Subway, leading to concerns about safety for passengers and workers.
Chronic fare evasion and disorderly conduct, including aggressive panhandling and drug use, are contributing to the challenges faced by the MTA.

National Guardsmen Accused of Abusing Migrants They Were Sent to Protect

The National Guard is investigating allegations of sexual misconduct by its members towards migrants in western New York.
A lawsuit filed in Manhattan federal court describes a culture of coercion, fear, and retribution at a Quality Inn motel near Buffalo airport.
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