National Guard competes to keep young Pennsylvanians
(WHTM) — One in four Pennsylvanians between the ages of 17 and 24 years old will join the National Guard. That’s a good number, National Guard leaders said, but the problem is getting people to stay. “We do compete with competitive benefits in the civilian sector,” said Maj. Gen. Laura McHugh, Army deputy adjutant general. […]
(WHTM) -- As President Donald Trump escalates his use of the National Guard in major American cities, some wonder whether he will focus his eyes on Pennsylvania. The president has used troops and federal agents in recent months as part of what he said is a mission to fight crime…
ANNVILLE, Pa. (WHTM) - Major General John R. Pippy was sworn in Friday as Pennsylvania's 55th adjutant general and head of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Pippy also assumes command of the Pennsylvania National Guard, the third largest in the nation. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for…
(WHTM) -- The Pennsylvania National Guard will have a presence at, but not in, the U.S. Army's 250th Anniversary Parade on June 14, officials told abc27 News. A Pennsylvania National Guard spokesperson said no Pennsylvania National Guard equipment or personnel are expected to participate. "However, we are sending around 250…