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D.C. National Guard Boosts Homeland Defense as 260th Special Purpose Brigade Commissions First Maritime Security Vessel
U.S. Army Sgt. Nigeria Myers with the District of Columbia National Guard, assigned to Joint Task Force District of Columbia, in support of the DC Safe and Beautiful mission, assesses the newly transferred 260th Special Purpose Brigade boat in Williamsburg, Va., June 26, 2026. About 4,500 National Guard members are supporting the mission, providing critical assistance to the Metropolitan Police Department to help ensure the safety of residents, commuters, and visitors throughout the District. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Keyra Moolenaar)
July 11, 2026 - The District of Columbia National Guard’s 260th Special Purpose Brigade (SPB) has commissioned its first maritime security vessel, marking the first time an Army unit in the Nation’s Capital has operated a dedicated...

Walk and Talk: On the Move with the Commanding General (ep. 2)
July 3, 2026 - Happy 250th, America—and thank you to the Guardsmen standing watch as our nation celebrates this historic milestone.What does it mean to serve during one of the most historic celebrations in our nation's history?In this...

The Monthly Impact Report: June 2026
June 30, 2026 - This month’s report highlights the moments that defined June 2026 for the D.C. National Guard and Joint Task Force–District of Columbia. Guardsmen closed out June with missions that made a lasting impact—from lifesaving...
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Puerto Rico, Rhode Island Guardsmen Test Deployment Capabilities
U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Omar Berdecia, a radio frequency transmission systems specialist, sets-up an AN/PRC-160 radio during exercise FUNKY BUSINESS at the 130th Engineer Battalion, Vega Baja, Puerto Rico, June 4, 2026. The exercise tested Airmen's ability to rapidly establish expeditionary communications and sustain mission readiness through realistic deployment operations and disciplined logistical procedures. Courtesy photo.
July 20, 2026 - PUNTA SALINAS AIR NATIONAL GUARD STATION, Puerto Rico –  Airmen from the 156th Combat Communications Squadron of the Puerto Rico Air National Guard and the 282nd Combat Communications Squadron of the Rhode Island Air National...

Minnesota Guard, Croatia Celebrate 30 Years of Partnership
Minnesota National Guard service members celebrate with Croatian Armed Forces for the 30th anniversary of their partnership through the Department of War National Guard Bureau State Partnership Program during Exercise Combat Power 26, June 23-July 1, 2026, in Croatia. Exercise Combat Power is designed to bring partners together to conduct joint operations in land, air and sea domains. Minnesota and Croatia have been united through the State Partnership Program for 30 years. Photo by Staff Sgt. Mahsima Alkamooneh.
July 20, 2026 - SLUNJ, Croatia – Minnesota and Croatia celebrated the 30th anniversary of their partnership through the Department of War National Guard Bureau State Partnership Program, or SPP, during Exercise Combat Power 26, near Slunj,...

New Jersey Airman Shares Munitions Expertise With Partners, Allies
U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Matthew Foulk, a munitions flight senior enlisted leader assigned to the 177th Fighter Wing, New Jersey Air National Guard, provides a munitions briefing to military members from six different nations during a European Partnership Flight conference in Tirana, Albania. By sharing technical expertise and aligning operational best practices, the U.S. and its regional partners are building the foundational military capability, capacity and mutual confidence required to lead conventional defense efforts. Photo by Tech. Sgt. Alexandra M. Longfellow.
July 17, 2026 - TIRANA, Albania – A New Jersey Air National Guard munitions expert shared best practices in explosives safety and storage with military representatives from six European nations during the European Partnership Flight Air Base...
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Brig. Gen. Leland D. Blanchard II
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