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Like Daughter, Like Mother - Unexpected Soldier Duo Take to the Nation’s Capital to Support 60th Presidential Inauguration
January 18, 2025 — LaQuease and Kimahri Roseboro are in different units, but their military paths crossed at the Presidential Inauguration. The mother-daughter duo's tradition of military milestones continued in 2025, with both Roseboros supporting the inauguration as part of Joint Task Force-District of Columbia's (JTF-DC) efforts in January. ... MORE

U.S. Army National Guard soldiers discuss information related to Joint Task Force-District of Columbia ahead of the 60th Presidential Inauguration at the D.C. Armory, Washington, D.C., Jan. 16, 2025. Approximately 8,000 National Guard service members from approximately 40 states and territories comprise JTF-DC to support the 60th Presidential Inauguration, continuing a legacy that began in 1789 when their predecessors escorted George Washington to the first inauguration. At the request of civil authorities, these National Guard service members provide critical support such as crowd management, traffic control points, CBRN response, civil disturbance response and sustainment operations. Their expertise and seamless collaboration with interagency partners help ensure a safe and peaceful transition of power during this historic event.

National Guard support to the District of Columbia and the 60th Presidential Inauguration
January 13, 2025 — At the request of civil authorities, including the United States Secret Service, Metropolitan Police Department and the United States Capitol Police, the District of Columbia National Guard along with National Guardsmen from approximately 40 other states and territories are preparing to provide support to the 60th Presidential Inauguration. With a long-standing tradition of supporting the presidential inaugurations, the National Guard plays a crucial role in balancing safety, security, and other duties during the peaceful transition of power. ... MORE

D.C. National Guard Supports State Funeral of Former President Jimmy Carter
January 9, 2025 — Soldiers and Airmen from the District of Columbia National Guard (DCNG) provided escort and disaster response support during the state funeral for the 39th President of the United States, Jimmy Carter, held Thursday at Washington National Cathedral... MORE

Soldiers from the District of Columbia National Guard provide escort support to state governors during the state funeral for the 39th President of the United States, Jimmy Carter, in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 9, 2024. The D.C. National Guard continues its unique role in national events as the only Guard element under direct presidential authority since its establishment in 1802.

DC, Maryland, Pennsylvania Guard Support Election Certification and public safety mission
January 6, 2025 — District of Columbia, Maryland and Pennsylvania National Guard members were deputized by U.S. Capitol Police as a reserve force for the 2025 counting and certification of electoral votes Jan. 6. At the request of the U.S. Secret Service, approximately 500 Guard members trained in civil disturbance operations served in ready response status to support U.S. Capitol Police if needed... MORE

Chief J. Thomas Manger, Chief of the United States Capitol Police deputized approximately 500 soldiers from the Maryland National Guard, Pennsylvania National Guard, and District of Columbia National Guard at the D.C. Armory, Washington D.C, January 6, 2025. The service members were supporting civil authorities and the Counting and Certification of Electoral Votes, which has been designated as a National Special Security Event. (U.S. Army National Guard Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Brandon Ames)

'Seniors are rising in the percentage of overdoses': D.C. National Guard Counterdrug Reach Seniors through Prevention and Wellness
December 30, 2024 — The D.C. National Guard Counterdrug Program continues to bridge the gap between the Department of Defense (DoD) and non-DoD institutions in the fight against illicit drugs and transnational threats to the District. This holiday season, members of the Drug Demand Reduction Outreach (DDRO) Civil Operators and the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) coordinated with the Congress Heights Senior Wellness Center to discuss prevention and wellness tips in Ward 8... MORE

Members of the District of Columbia National Guard Drug Demand Reduction Outreach (DDRO) Civil Operators and the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) coordinated with the Congress Heights Senior Wellness Center Dec. 16, 2024 in Washington, D.C. to discuss prevention and wellness tips during the holiday season in Ward 8.

D.C. National Guard Command Team Holiday Message 2024
December 23, 2024 — Amid the holiday season and a fast approaching New Year, the D.C. National Guard command team personally thanks each Soldier, Airmen, civilian and family member for their accomplishments over the year... MORE

2024 Holiday Message from the DCNG Commanding General
December 18, 2024 — The holidays offer an opportunity to reflect on professional and personal accomplishments over 2024 and consider goals to set for 2025. Every Soldier, Airmen, National Guard family member, and civilian is a gift. And in the season of giving, we give thanks for your ongoing service to the District of Columbia and our Nation... MORE

The holidays offer an opportunity to reflect on professional and personal accomplishments over 2024 and consider goals to set for 2025. Every Soldier, Airmen, National Guard family member, and civilian is a gift. And in the season of giving, we give thanks for your ongoing service to the District of Columbia and our Nation.

CGYCA Class 63 Celebrates New Milestones
December 16, 2024 — Cadets of the Capital Guardian Youth Challenge Academy Class 63 receive their diplomas upon completion of a 22 week-long “quasi-military" course, during a residential phase commencement ceremony at the University of the District of Columbia, Dec.13, 2024. Since 2013, the mission of the program is to intervene in and reclaim the lives of at-risk youth, and produce program graduates with the values, skills, education, and self-discipline necessary to succeed as adults... MORE

Cadets of the Capital Guardian Youth Challenge Academy Class 63 receive their diplomas upon completion of a 22 week-long “quasi-military" course, during a residential phase commencement ceremony at the University of the District of Columbia, Dec.13, 2024. Since 2013, the mission of the program is to intervene in and reclaim the lives of at-risk youth, and produce program graduates with the values, skills, education, and self-discipline necessary to succeed as adults.

Hey, U.S. Naval Academy! The D.C. National Guard has your goat!
December 11, 2024 — In anticipation of the 2024 Army-Navy football game at Northwest Stadium on Dec. 14, the D.C. National Guard’s senior leaders collaborated on a light-hearted spirit video. The video features Maj. Gen. John C. Andonie, Commanding General (Interim), and Brig. Gen. Craig. M. Maceri, Land Component Command commander. Maj. Gen. Andonie graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point in 1989, and Brig. Gen. Maceri graduated in 1996. ... MORE

Toy Ruck Exemplifies D.C. National Guard’s Enduring Commitment to Community
December 7, 2024 — More than 450 members of the District of Columbia National Guard, Maryland National Guard, Virginia National Guard, National Guard Bureau (NGB), various DoD partners, D.C. Government Operations-DCNG, Mayor’s Office of Veterans Affairs, and ROTC programs participated in a 5-mile holiday toy ruck in partnership with Children’s National Hospital, in Washington, D.C. Participants were asked to bring a toy or purchase one. Additional donations were collected during a holiday toy drive at the D.C. Armory and the Herbert R. Temple Jr. Army National Guard Readiness Center (TARC), and later presented to children who will spend the holidays at the Children’s National Hospital... MORE

More than 450 members of the District of Columbia National Guard, Maryland National Guard, Virginia National Guard, National Guard Bureau (NGB), various DoD partners, D.C. Government Operations-DCNG, Mayor’s Office of Veterans Affairs, and ROTC programs participated in a 5-mile holiday toy ruck in partnership with Children’s National Hospital, in Washington, D.C., Dec. 7, 2024. Participants were asked to bring a toy or purchase one. Additional donations were collected during a holiday toy drive at the D.C. Armory and the Herbert R. Temple Jr. Army National Guard Readiness Center (TARC), and later presented to children who will spend the holidays at the Children’s National Hospital.