This Sunday, December 7th at 5 PM EST, StateDefenseForce.com will be hosting a new live episode of our community podcast, Scuttlebutt.
We’ll continue to bring you the most current news and updates from State Defense Forces across the nation. In this episode, however, we’re taking it a step further—addressing a key issue selected by you, our community, through Patreon polls. Every member, including those in the Free Tier, has a voice in the process, ensuring everyone has the chance to help shape the discussion.
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This week’s debate centers on the question “Should State Defense Force Recruits Undergo Firearms Training During Basic Training?”
In this live episode, our hosts examine the growing trend of State Defense Forces expanding their firearms and security training to meet critical statewide needs. Across the country, SDF troops are increasingly augmenting county jails and State Departments of Corrections by filling exterior security roles amid persistent staffing shortages, while organizations like The Louisiana State Guard support their state by providing trained personnel for major events such as Super Bowl LIX and for National Guard events. The discussion also addresses the broader strategic landscape—at a time when a major war continues in Ukraine and the prospect of conflict with China looms, National Guard units may be required to deploy in significant numbers, leaving states more reliant than ever on a fully trained, mission-ready State Defense Force capable of rapidly assuming National Guard responsibilities and ensuring statewide security during periods of global instability.
This isn’t just a conversation; it’s a critical discussion about the future of State Defense Forces and how our proposals could shape legislation across the country. And we want you to be part of it. The episode will be streaming live on YouTube, where you can share your thoughts in real time and help influence the direction of the debate.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this pivotal dialogue and help shape the future of State Defense Forces.
This Sunday, December 7th at 5 PM EST -> https://youtube.com/live/_aE6K8YYILg?feature=share
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