As of last week, National Guard troops have reportedly been activated in 10 different states ahead of the Nov. 3 election and 14 more states are expected to activate their guard units this week, according to the New York Times.
National Guard units are being deployed or activated and standing by in anticipation of civil unrest surrounding election day. Videos posted on social media have shown some National Guard units deploying in Pennsylvania and Illinois.
Source: Videos: Nat’l Guard troops reportedly activated in 10 states, 14 more states expected