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politics1 year ago

"DeSantis Deploys Florida National Guard to Assist at U.S.-Mexico Border"

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is sending up to 1,000 National Guard members and State Guard volunteers to assist Texas in fortifying the southern border with razor wire, aiming to stop what he described as an "invasion" of asylum-seekers and migrants. DeSantis has revived the State Guard and increased its funding, allowing him to send troops to other states. This move comes after the Supreme Court ruled that the federal government could remove barriers erected by Texas at the border, but Texas National Guard continued placing razor wire.

weather2 years ago

Severe Weather Threatens Florida and East Coast, State Guard Activated

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has activated the Florida State Guard in preparation for severe weather, including heavy rainfall, damaging winds, and isolated tornadoes, expected to hit the state over the weekend. The Florida State Guard, a separate volunteer force from the Florida National Guard, was established by DeSantis last year to assist during natural disasters and emergencies. The governor has directed the Division of Emergency Management to prepare flood response equipment, and Floridians are advised to plan for potential flooding and strong winds. AccuWeather meteorologists have expressed concern about the increased risks of damaging thunderstorm winds, flash flooding, and tornadoes, particularly in heavily populated areas.