Latest "Capitol security" stories

Virginia National Guard airmen assigned to the 192nd Security Forces Squadron, 192nd Mission Support Group, 192nd Wing help to secure the grounds near the U.S. Capitol, Jan. 13, 2021, in Washington.

Creating a DC National Guard quick-reaction force is a bad idea

We need to keep our nation’s seat of government safe, but creating a quick-reaction force is not the right solution, says the author of this commentary.

By Retired Maj. Gen. Arnold L. Punaro

2 years ago

Capitol needs a permanent Guard team in case of security emergencies, report says

The quick response force could be staffed with Guardsmen on three-month rotations to the national Capitol region.

By Leo Shane III

2 years ago