In this week's Motivational Monday Minute, CH (Lt. Col.) Corwin L. Smith, Acting Command Chaplain for the District of Columbia National Guard, reminds us that while we cannot always control the circumstances around us, we always have the power to control what happens within us. Circumstances will change. But our thoughts, attitudes, decisions, and actions remain within our span of control. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Master Sgt. Arthur M. Wright)
The District of Columbia National Guard hosts its first Law Enforcement Recognition Ceremony on Feb. 26, 2026, at the D.C. Armory to honor officers from partner agencies for their service and contributions to public safety in support of the D.C. Safe and Beautiful mission, a law enforcement and military collaboration started in Aug. 2025. Composed of District and federal law enforcement, and the National Guard, the mission holds accountable...
