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Michigan General Declares No Need for Detroit Guard Troops

11/7/2025

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Major General Paul D. Rogers of the Michigan National Guard says Detroit troops are unnecessary, citing law enforcement capacity during a hearing on Nov. 5.
Remarks follow Vice President JD Vance's offer to deploy National Guard troops to Detroit, deemed unwarranted by Governor Gretchen Whitmer.
Army National Guard Captain Mike Bouchard announced his candidacy for Michigan's 10th Congressional District, seeking U.S. President Donald Trump's endorsement and prioritizing security and manufacturing.

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Major General Paul D. Rogers of the Michigan National Guard says Detroit troops are unnecessary, citing law enforcement capacity during a hearing on Nov. 5.
Remarks follow Vice President JD Vance's offer to deploy National Guard troops to Detroit, deemed unwarranted by Governor Gretchen Whitmer.
Army National Guard Captain Mike Bouchard announced his candidacy for Michigan's 10th Congressional District, seeking U.S. President Donald Trump's endorsement and prioritizing security and manufacturing.