Michigan National Guard
Coverage of Michigan National Guard in the Nexus archive.
- Michigan military exercise preparing thousands of troops for changing battlefield
Thousands of participants are taking part in Northern Strike 26-2, a large military readiness exercise held in Northern Michigan. The event prepares troops for changing conflict environments by integrating advanced technologies and practicing alongside international allies from various services. Training also encompasses logistical support units and allows personnel to practice before potential deployments.
- Washington, D.C.’s ‘shadow senator’ calls on Gretchen Whitmer to remove National Guard troops
Ankrit Jain, Washington, D.C.’s shadow senator, urged Governor Gretchen Whitmer to recall Michigan National Guard troops stationed in D.C. for the America250 celebration, citing credible evidence they were deployed in Georgetown. Jain and a coalition of civil society groups, including Free DC, argue the troops’ presence contradicts Whitmer’s claims they were deployed solely for the anniversary event.