JULY 24, 2026 – The National Guard Bureau, in partnership with the District of Columbia National Guard and the U.S. General Services Administration, awarded a $292 million task order to Placemakr June 22 to provide up to 2,000 apartment-style lodging units for Guardsmen mobilized to support Joint Task Force – District of Columbia. The award supports requirements stemming … [Read more...]

JULY 23, 2026 – A new policy providing guidance on the use of artificial intelligence was announced in a memorandum published by National Guard Bureau on July 20. Military personnel, civilian employees, and contractors supporting the National Guard Bureau Directorate of Public Affairs Strategic Communications are advised that they may use AI to support PA activities. The … [Read more...]

JULY 23, 2026 — The West Virginia National Guard, under the direction of Gov. Patrick Morrisey, was activated July 21 to provide support to communities impacted by severe flooding across the state. The most significant impacts have been reported in Upshur, Pleasants and Lewis counties, with the governor declaring a state of emergency across all 55 counties. Guard liaison … [Read more...]

JULY 22, 2026 – The Idaho Army National Guard’s State Aviation Group, working with the Boise Fire Department, hoisted an injured hiker off a remote stretch of Mount Idaho July 18. The mission was the Idaho Army National Guard’s sixth successful rescue in 2026 and its second in July. The rescue, which occurred on Idaho’s seventh-highest mountain near Mackay, was the … [Read more...]

JULY 22, 2026 — The National Guard Bureau Counterdrug Division recognized six outstanding Soldiers and one state program during the Fiscal Year 2025 National Guard Counterdrug Awards Ceremony at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City on July 15, honoring excellence in counterdrug operations, criminal analysis, prevention and aviation support. The ceremony was officiated by Michael … [Read more...]