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Oklahoma National Guard Deploys to D.C. for Safety Mission

12/3/2025

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160 members of the Oklahoma National Guard will deploy to Washington, D.C., for a 90-day mission called "D.C. Safe and Beautiful."
The mission aims to enhance public safety and combat violent crime.
The deployment follows a White House incident in which two West Virginia National Guard members were shot.
Governor Kevin Stitt expressed support, stressing protection of Oklahoma taxpayers.
Major General Thomas Mancino praised the Guardsmen for their dedication.

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160 members of the Oklahoma National Guard will deploy to Washington, D.C., for a 90-day mission called "D.C. Safe and Beautiful."
The mission aims to enhance public safety and combat violent crime.
The deployment follows a White House incident in which two West Virginia National Guard members were shot.
Governor Kevin Stitt expressed support, stressing protection of Oklahoma taxpayers.
Major General Thomas Mancino praised the Guardsmen for their dedication.