Guard members from six states, D.C. on duty in Washington in support of local, fed authorities

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U.S. Soldiers assigned to the Tennessee Army National Guard, perform maintenance on a vehicle at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., Aug. 22, 2025. About 2,000 National Guard members are supporting the D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force providing critical support to the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department in ensuring the safety of all who live, work and visit the District.

250822-Z-HE111-1008.JPG Photo By: Sgt. Kalina Hyche

WASHINGTON - U.S. Soldiers assigned to the Tennessee Army National Guard, perform maintenance on a vehicle at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., Aug. 22, 2025. About 2,000 National Guard members are supporting the D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force providing critical support to the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department in ensuring the safety of all who live, work and visit the District. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Kalina Hyche)

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D.C. National Guard Command Team Holiday Message

DC National Guard

Dec. 15, 2025 | 3:29

Brig. Gen. Leland D. Blanchard II, Commanding General (Interim) of the D.C. National Guard; Command Sgt. Maj. Ronald L. Smith, Senior Enlisted Leader; and their spouses deliver a holiday message emphasizing gratitude for service, readiness, and family sacrifice to the D.C. National Guard and Joint Task Force - District of Columbia. This holiday season, they encourage the entire force to focus on connection, gratitude, achievements, and progress. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Master Sgt. Arthur M. Wright)