Officials gave update on National Guard in D.C.
One-fifth of the 25,000 troops sent to the capital in the wake of the violent riot at the Capitol will remain until March.
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National Guardsman teaches Zoom classes outside Capitol
Sergeant Jacob Kohut is a member of the National Guard and a band teacher in Virginia. So when he was activated to help secure the U.S. Capitol earlier this month, he found a way to balance both jobs. He still teaches his virtual classes — only he's doing it in the back of a military vehicle, parked outside the federal building, in his fatigues.
Thousands of Guard troops will remain in D.C. through mid-March
About 7,000 National Guard troops are currently stationed in the capital.
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"There are National Guard troops here from every state in the union, probably, young individuals who are most likely to have asymptomatic infection if they do get infected," Birx said on "Face the Nation"
38 Capitol officers and 150 National Guardsmen test positive for COVID-19
The chairman of the union that represents Capitol police, told CBS News that cases have "spiked" since the January 6 attack.
National Guardsman teaches Zoom classes outside Capitol
Sergeant Jacob Kohut taught like he would any other virtual class – only he was in the back of a military vehicle, in his fatigues.
National Guard allowed to rest in Capitol after being relocated to garage
The Guard members were asked by Capitol Police to relocate to a parking garage to rest during their shifts. That drew swift condemnation from lawmakers.
National Guard kicked out of Capitol
On Thursday, the U.S. Capitol police told National Guard troops to rest in a nearby parking garage instead of the Capitol. Photos of those troops caused outrage and the order was quickly rolled back overnight. Catherine Herridge reports.
National Guard helicopter crash kills 3 in New York farmer's field
Authorities say the Army National Guard members were on a routine training flight on a medical evacuation chopper when it went down outside Rochester.
Desperate states turn to National Guard to roll out vaccines
As the death toll mounts, more states are turning to the National Guard to speed up vaccinations around the country.
Unprecedented security ahead of inauguration
More than 25,000 National Guard troops are in Washington as part of an unprecedented level of security ahead of Joe Biden's presidential inauguration. Bill Bratton, former New York City and Boston police commissioner, joins CBSN AM to discuss the security measures.
Trump issues late-night pardons on eve of inauguration
President-elect Joe Biden arrived in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday ahead of his inauguration.
FBI monitoring potential threats ahead of inauguration
The Pentagon has deployed 25,000 National Guard members to secure the 59th presidential inauguration. Several have already been dismissed after "questionable behavior" was flagged during the FBI's vetting process. CBS News chief justice and homeland correspondent Jeff Pegues, and then Frank Figliuzzi, former assistant FBI director for counterintelligence, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the security situation in Washington.
2 National Guard members removed from inauguration
"We are not taking any chances," said Jonathan Hoffman, a Pentagon spokesperson. "If there is any reason that somebody's name is brought to the attention of the command, they are being removed from the line."
How to talk with kids about the inauguration
President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration is sure to look different from previous years' ceremonies, and talking to children about the event could bring some challenges with thousands of National Guard troops standing by and the National Mall empty. Parents can still take steps to make sure children understand the significance of the historic day. Karen Aronian, a parenting and education expert who holds a doctorate in education, joins CBSN AM to discuss.
New suspects charged in assault on the Capitol
The FBI is closing in on alleged members of anti-government militia groups tied to the assault on the Capitol. CBS News has learned the latest suspects are affiliated with the Three Percenters and the Oath Keepers. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the latest on the investigations into the riots.
FBI vetting National Guard troops
The FBI says it is vetting 25,000 National Guard troops in Washington amid concerns over an insider threat to Wednesday's inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden. Shane Harris, an intelligence and national security reporter for the Washington Post, joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero for a closer look at the threats.
National Guard securing D.C. for inauguration
Thousands of National Guard troops have arrived in Washington, D.C. amid concerns of more potential violence in the days leading up to President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration. Congress is investigating the security failures surrounding the assault on the U.S. Capitol, as more details come to light. CBS News' Debra Alfarone joins CBSN AM with the latest.
Unprecedented security in D.C.
As Washington, D.C., prepares for Wednesday's inauguration, a defense official tells CBS News that National Guard troops in the city will be screened. The arrival of troops and unprecedented security measures come as a new video gives a closer look inside the attack on the U.S. Capitol earlier this month. Jeff Pegues reports.
AP: FBI vetting 25,000 National Guard troops
An unprecedented security operation is underway in Washington, D.C. amid growing fears of an insider attack ahead of President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration. The Associated Press reports the FBI is vetting all 25,000 National Guard troops pouring into the capital for Wednesday's events. CBS News chief justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues joins CBSN to break down the latest developments.
National Guard troops in capital vetted
The 25,000 National Guard troops deployed to Washington, D.C., for Wednesday's inauguration will all have undergone security vetting, amid concerns of a reported possible inside attack. CBS News senior national security analyst Fran Townsend joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the decision.
Reflecting on U.S. presidential inaugurations
For the first time in 152 years, the incoming and departing presidents won't be together during an inauguration. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett reflects on the crucial role presidential inaugurations have in the stability of our nation.
Security challenges as a new president is sworn in
A look at the increased security preparations for this week's inauguration of the 46th President of the United States, coming on the heels of a murderous attack on the U.S. Capitol by insurrectionists.
Trump mulling sendoff
With just four days left in his presidency, President Trump is considering a final military sendoff on the morning of Biden's inauguration. Meanwhile, the Senate is preparing for his impeachment trial. Nikole Killion has more.
Concerns of more domestic terror attacks
U.S. intelligence is concerned over the possibility of more domestic terror attacks, especially during the upcoming Biden inauguration. Catherine Herridge reports.
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