California National Guard

Just 1% Of Californians Immunized Amid Slow Vaccine Rollout

Gov. Gavin Newsom blamed distribution hiccups and logistical challenges for the delayed COVID-19 vaccinations.
By Kathleen Ronayne, AP

Wildfires, Excessive Heat And Potential Blackouts Threaten California

Dozens of fires are burning amid record-breaking temperatures, straining the state's electrical grid.
By Marcio Sanchez and Christopher Weber, AP

A National Guardsman Sent To LA Protests Is Under Investigation For Ties To Proud Boys

The guardsman posted a photo of himself standing in front of a military vehicle inscribed with one of the neo-fascist group's slogans during a protest.
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California Governor Declares Statewide Emergency Over Wildfires

Gavin Newsom announced an "emergency in advance of an emergency" in hopes avoiding a repeat of 2018's record-breaking fire season.
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California Pulling National Guard From Trump's Border Mission To Tackle Wildfire Risks

About 100 National Guard personnel will get to work thinning California's high-risk forests next month.
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California Gov. To Withdraw Hundreds Of National Guard Troops From Border

About 100 of the 360 troops will remain deployed under California’s agreement with the federal government to focus combating drug and gun smuggling.
By Kathleen Ronayne, AP

Gov. Jerry Brown Says He'll Comply With Trump's National Guard Order -- With A Big Caveat

California will add additional National Guard troops, but they won't be used to enforce federal immigration efforts.
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Beyond Harvey And Irma

Militarizing homeland security in the climate-change era.
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