Video by Billy Blankenship, Tech. Sgt. Renee Crugnale, Sgt. 1st Class William Frye, Sgt. Paris Hayes, Capt. Stephen Peter and Tech. Sgt. Melissa Sterling | Joint Task Force DC | 02.25.2026
WASHINGTON — The 260th Special Purpose Brigade, comprised of highly trained and specialized Soldiers in the Army National Guard, provides unique, mission-tailored support to the Nation’s Capital in coordination with civil authorities. Their presence reinforces public safety, protects critical infrastructure and helps maintain a safe and beautiful city in support of national security......
Video by Billy Blankenship | Joint Task Force DC | 02.17.2026
Col. Larry Doane, commander of Joint Task Force–D.C., and Command Sgt. Maj. Scott McKennon conduct a leadership circulation across Washington transit corridors Feb. 13, 2026, while supporting the D.C. Safe and Beautiful mission. The senior leaders engaged Soldiers at multiple Metro stations, reinforcing standards, sustainability and partnership with civilian law enforcement as more than......
Video by Spc. Paris Hayes | Joint Task Force DC | 02.17.2026
Mississippi National Guardsmen assigned to Joint Task Force–District of Columbia send greetings to family and friends back home while serving in Washington, D.C., in support of the D.C. Safe and Beautiful mission, Feb. 6, 2026. About 2,600 National Guard members are supporting the mission, providing critical assistance to the Metropolitan Police Department to help ensure the safety of......
Video by Tech. Sgt. Renee Crugnale | Joint Task Force DC | 02.16.2026
Mississippi National Guard Soldiers assigned to Joint Task Force–District of Columbia discuss their motivation for service during the D.C. Safe and Beautiful mission in Washington, D.C., Feb. 16, 2026. Approximately 2,600 National Guard members are supporting the mission, providing critical assistance to the Metropolitan Police Department to help ensure the safety of residents, commuters and......
Video by Spc. Paris Hayes | Joint Task Force DC | 02.14.2026
U.S. Army Sgt. Isabela Tavares, West Virginia National Guard, patrols in Washington, D.C., Feb. 14, 2026. Approximately 2,600 National Guard members are supporting the D.C. Safe and Beautiful mission, providing critical assistance to the Metropolitan Police Department in helping ensure the safety of all who live, work and visit the District. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Spc. Paris Hayes)...
Video by Billy Blankenship | Joint Task Force DC | 02.12.2026
The District of Columbia National Guard highlights opportunities for service, leadership and community engagement in Washington, D.C., Feb. 12, 2026. The D.C. National Guard provides service members with training, education benefits and the opportunity to support local and national missions while serving the nation’s capital. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Master Sgt. William Blankenship)...
Video by Billy Blankenship | Joint Task Force DC | 02.12.2026
U.S. Army and Air National Guard members assigned to Joint Task Force–District of Columbia stand alongside civilian law enforcement partners during a partner appreciation event in Washington, D.C., Feb. 12, 2026. The video highlights the unity, coordination and shared commitment between JTF–D.C. and federal and local law enforcement agencies working together to enhance safety and security......
Video by Spc. Paris Hayes | Joint Task Force DC | 02.11.2026
Soldiers assigned to Task Force Phantom and Task Force Ironman patrol city streets and Metro stations across Washington, D.C., Feb. 11, 2026. Approximately 2,600 National Guard members are supporting the D.C. Safe and Beautiful mission, providing critical assistance to the Metropolitan Police Department in helping ensure the safety of all who live, work and visit the District. (U.S. Army......
