Joe Biden defended his stance on the recent wave of social unrest that has swept across America’s cities on Monday, telling supporters he was neither a “radical socialist” nor had a “soft spot for rioters.”
Former Vice President Joe Biden promised National Guard members Saturday he would never push them into a domestic political dispute as a “prop” and assured them they will “never, never have to wonder what side I’m on.”
Former Gov. Scott Walker said Gov. Tony Evers initially deployed about 125 National Guard to Kenosha when thousands were needed.
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers (D) reminded protesters they cannot allow the “hateful actions of a few” to distract them from the pursuit of a more “fair, equitable, and accountable state and country for Jacob Blake and the many others who deserve justice.”
Authorities in Kenosha, Wisconsin, requested 750 National Guard members to assist in quelling the unrest in the city, but Gov. Tony Evers (D) rejected the White House’s offer to assist with the request and only provided 250 members, as the night descended into chaos, leaving two dead and one more wounded.
Rioters in Kenosha set-up barricades and attacked armored police vehicles with bricks, rocks, and concrete, as rioting in the Wisconsin city entered its third night.
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers (D) on Tuesday declared a state of emergency and has ordered the increase of National Guard presence following two nights of riots in Kenosha and Madison in the wake of a police-involved shooting of an African-American man.
Rioters in Kenosha, Wisconsin shot industrial strength fireworks and hurled dozens of bottles and other objects at National Guard troops who were stationed in front of a courthouse.
Lawlessness is breaking out in the city of Kenosha, Wisconsin, for the second night as protesters take to the streets, setting vehicles and businesses ablaze following Gov. Tony Evers’ (D) decision to deploy the National Guard.
The National Guard was deployed Monday to Kenosha County, Wisconsin, due to civil unrest that broke out following an officer-involved shooting.
President Donald Trump on Monday urged Portland to call in the National Guard to help quell mob violence in the city.
The Trump administration has rejected a request by Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) for millions of dollars in federal aid to repair damage to buildings and infrastructure destroyed in riots that followed the killing of George Floyd on Memorial Day.
Hundreds of troops with the Washington, DC, National Guard have mobilized to provide security for our monuments in the nation’s capital, according to a Pentagon spokesperson.
On Tuesday’s broadcast of the Fox News Channel’s “Ingraham Angle,” Interior Secretary David Bernhardt stated that he has requested that the Department of Defense make the National Guard available to the Interior Department to protect monuments and said that the protection
Protesters took to the streets of Washington, D.C., Monday night as they attempted to establish the “Black House Autonomous Zone” (BHAZ) and harassed officers who were on the scene.
An investigation into how the D.C. National Guard used a helicopter found that there was a “lack of clear guidance to the aircrews.”
The U.S. Park Police deny tear gas was used to clear protesters from Lafayette Park on June 1 when President Trump visited St. John’s church.
DHS warned there was a “high risk” of attacks against law enforcement officers and that “violent opportunists” would exploit lawful protests.
Members of the District of Columbia National Guard have tested positive for coronavirus following their mission protecting the Capitol.
Army Secretary McCarthy and Maj. Gen. William J. Walker defended the use of National Guardsmen in Washington, DC, last week.
President Donald Trump on Sunday ordered the National Guard to withdraw from the District of Columbia, as violent protests in the city subsided.
Esper on Friday ordered National Guard troops in Washington, DC, to disarm and wear soft caps instead of helmets, an official said.
Members of the National Guard on Friday were looking for a new place to stay, after D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser ordered that they leave.
Washington, DC, Mayor Muriel Bowser evicted soldiers from the Utah National Guard from their hotel rooms on Friday, triggering outrage from Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT) — and debate about the long-neglected Third Amendment.
Actress Keke Palmer berated National Guardsmen in Hollywood this week after they refused to leave their post protecting area businesses to march alongside protesters. Even after taking a knee to demonstrate solidarity, the actress dismissively told the Guardsmen “that ain’t enough for me.”
Retired military leaders who were nominated to senior positions by Obama began speaking out this week against President Trump.
Ava DuVernay, director of Warner Bros. “The New Gods” and “Disney’s A Wrinkle in Time,” demanded that people “resist,” protest, and organize against President Donald Trump or else they’re “part of the problem.”
Defense Secretary Mark Esper told Pentagon reporters at a briefing Wednesday morning that he was not aware he would be accompanying President Trump to St. John’s church for a “photo op” on Monday.
Dozens of National Guardsmen and federal police officers stood guard on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial on Tuesday evening.
Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) on Tuesday announced 24 hours of “largely peaceful” demonstrations in Florida and “no significant law enforcement or civilian injuries or deaths” following his decision to deploy the state’s National Guard to help maintain peace and restore law and order.
Sen. Mike Braun (R-IN) told Breitbart News during a press conference on Tuesday that many Democrat mayors and governors’ inability to quell the violent riots in major cities across the country will lead to significant “ramifications” at the “ballot box in November.”
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam (D) on Monday rejected a request from the Trump administration to send his state’s National Guard to help quell heated protesters and riots in Washington, D.C., sparked by the death of George Floyd.
A heavily armed man wearing a National Guard uniform was arrested early Tuesday morning on assault weapon charges across the street from the Los Angeles Police Department’s (LAPD) headquarters.
Attorney General William Barr warned Tuesday that additional law enforcement will be deployed to Washington, D.C. tonight as part of an effort to crack down on protests and riots sparked by the death of George Floyd.
A new poll by Morning Consult found that large majorities of American voters, including a majority of Democrat supporters, back use of the National Guard to address the riots and protests tearing apart cities around the nation. A smaller majority of Americans supports using the military.
President Donald Trump on Tuesday demanded New York leaders call up the National Guard to defend the city.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) revealed Tuesday that New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio refused assistance from the state’s National Guard to thwart widespread looting as protests and riots rage over the death of George Floyd.
A massive presence by law enforcement and National Guard members helped restore the peace in the twin cities of Minneapolis and Saint Paul after several days of rioting and looting. Law enforcement officials successfully implemented a curfew and arrested some protesters who violated the order — bringing a night of peace to the city.
Milley walked the streets of Washington, D.C., after Trump activated and deployed National Guardsmen and active-duty military forces.
Sen. Kamala Harris (D-CA) falsely claimed on Monday that President Trump “tear-gassed peaceful protesters for a photo op.”
