Virginia National Guard supporting security effort in Washington, D.C. - Jan. 9, 2021

The Virginia National Guard has approximately 1,000 personnel on the ground in Washington D.C., as of Jan. 9, 2021, and additional personnel will join in the coming days to assist civilian law enforcement with security operations. The VNG plans to provide about 2,000 personnel total to join a force of National Guard Soldiers and Airmen from neighboring states expected to reach 6,200 by the end of the weekend.

The Soldiers and Airmen will assist in protecting property and providing a safe environment for citizens to exercise their right to peacefully assemble and protest. The VNG personnel are scheduled to be on duty through the Presidential Inauguration Jan. 20.

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