From December 2–5, 2025, the Georgia State Defense Force took part in Vigilant Guard 26-1 at the Pelham Range Complex in Anniston, Alabama, as part of a large-scale homeland defense and disaster response exercise led by the Georgia Department of Defense. Vigilant Guard is a recurring national-level exercise series designed...

Severe and historic flooding continues to impact large portions of Washington State following a series of powerful atmospheric rivers that brought days of torrential rain, high winds, and rapidly rising river levels. Communities across western Washington have experienced widespread evacuations, infrastructure damage, power outages, and life-threatening conditions as rivers exceeded...

Every year in December, National Guard and State Defense Force troops across the country take a moment after completing their scheduled training to pause, reflect, and come together to celebrate the holiday season. It is a time to give thanks for family, friends, and the brothers and sisters they serve...

The 2nd Brigade of the Texas State Guard (State Defense Force – TXSG) recently concluded its November drill weekend, and the level of activity across its battalions underscored just how committed the brigade remains to its mission of supporting Texans during the most extreme emergencies. For the 4th Battalion, the...

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...

Rumors often say things are always bigger in Texas, and when it comes to State Defense Forces, that reputation holds true. The Texas State Guard (State Defense Force – TXSG) stands as the largest State Defense Force in the nation, with more than 1,700 soldiers serving across its ranks. While...

On Thursday, November 27th, while families across the United States gathered around dinner tables to celebrate Thanksgiving — sharing meals, giving thanks, and enjoying the warmth of loved ones — two members of the West Virginia National Guard were performing a very different duty. Instead of spending the holiday at...

The Louisiana State Guard (State Defense Force – LSG) continues to expand its readiness and operational capabilities, as demonstrated by the comprehensive October training undertaken by the 1st Area Command. Their training cycle placed a strong emphasis on Point of Distribution operations, an area of emergency response that has grown...

The Texas State Guard (State Defense Force – TXSG) continues to demonstrate why it is considered one of the most capable and mission-ready forces in the nation. A few weeks ago 1st Brigade conducted its training emphasizing its expanding maritime readiness. On October 25, Soldiers of Bravo Company, 2nd Battalion,...