Governor Patrick Morrisey announced that the West Virginia National Guard will continue its mission in Washington, D.C. through the end of the year. The deployment is part of ongoing efforts to support public safety operations in the nation’s capital.
“President Trump’s leadership in prioritizing the safety and security of our nation’s capital has enabled this vital mission, and our brave Guardsmen are proud to volunteer and make Washington, D.C. safer and stronger,” Governor Morrisey said. “The men and women of the West Virginia National Guard stand firmly with President Trump in this effort, and we are honored to support his commitment to public safety.”
The West Virginia National Guard has been serving in Washington, D.C. since August 2025. Their duties include supporting the D.C. National Guard Joint Task Force with logistics, administrative tasks, public affairs support, staff augmentation, and patrols.
Major General Jim Seward commented on the deployment: “This mission reflects the high level of readiness and professionalism of the West Virginia National Guard. Our men and women are well-trained, prepared to serve wherever they are called, and trusted to carry out any task. I am proud to serve with them and proud of the way they represent our state.”
The continued presence underscores the Guard’s role in responding when needed both within West Virginia and nationally.
