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Latest "insurrection act" stories
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The National Guard can do it, but that doesn’t mean it’s a good idea
The author of this commentary asks whether the National Guard would be the best option for a quick reaction force to protect the U.S. Capitol, as a report recently recommended.
By Christopher M. Schnaubelt
The military would put down Michael Flynn’s proposed insurrection
If Michael Flynn continues his public calls for martial law, strong rebukes from military leaders, active and retired, would likely reduce support among veterans and service members, say the authors of this commentary.
By Jim Golby and Peter Feaver
An Election Day role for National Guard? Maybe, but limited
Here's a look at the potential National Guard role in the election.
By Robert Burns, The Associated Press and Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Specter of election chaos raises questions on military role
What would it take for the U.S. military to become involved in an election?
By Robert Burns, The Associated Press and Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
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