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Why is the National Guard coming to Chicago?
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker has offered the assistance of the state’s National Guard in the event of possible Chicago police officer shortages after police union leaders urged members to defy the city’s vaccine requirement for employees.
Is National Guard coming to Chicago?
CHICAGO — The state will send 125 members of the National Guard to Chicago on Tuesday in anticipation of a verdict in the Derek Chauvin trial. The guardsmen were activated and are being sent to the city at the request of Mayor Lori Lightfoot, Gov. JB Pritzker said in a state news release.
Is the National Guard helping in Chicago?
“Members of the guard and the Illinois State Police will support the city of Chicago’s efforts to protect the rights of peaceful protestors and keep our families safe.” All soldiers will be tested for COVID-19 before being deployed and will be offered a COVID-19 vaccine, according to the governor’s office.
Is the National Guard deployed in Illinois?
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has activated about 90 additional Illinois National Guard Soldiers and Airmen from throughout the state in support of COVID-19 response operations.
How many National Guard units are in Illinois?
The Illinois Army National Guard is composed of approximately 10,000 soldiers. Illinois Army National Guard units are trained and equipped as part of the United States Army….
| Illinois Army National Guard | |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Allegiance | Illinois |
| Branch | Army National Guard |
| Type | ARNG Headquarters Command |
Who controls Illinois National Guard?
National coordination of various state National Guard units are maintained through the National Guard Bureau. The Illinois Army National Guard is composed of approximately 10,000 soldiers….
| Illinois Army National Guard | |
|---|---|
| President of the United States | Joe Biden |
| Governor Of The State Of Illinois | JB Pritzker |
How much does an O3 make in the army?
Rank
| Rank | <2 Years Experience | 6 Years Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Second Lieutenant (O1) | $40,629.60 | $51,127.20 |
| First Lieutenant (O2) | $46,814.40 | $64,782.00 |
| Captain (O3) | $54,176.40 | $75,740.40 |
| Major (O4) | $61,621.20 | $81,565.20 |
Is the Illinois National Guard activated?
(WSIL) — Governor JB Pritzker activated approximately 160 members of the Illinois Army National Guard in support of Hurricane Ida relief efforts Friday.
Where is the National Guard stationed in Illinois?
Camp Lincoln
| Illinois Army National Guard | |
|---|---|
| Branch | Army National Guard |
| Type | ARNG Headquarters Command |
| Part of | Illinois National Guard |
| Garrison/HQ | Camp Lincoln, Springfield, Illinois |