U.S. Plans Civil-Disturbance “Quick Reaction Force,” Raising Democratic Concerns

The U.S. Pentagon is considering the creation of a 600-troop National Guard “Quick Reaction Force” to rapidly respond to civil unrest in U.S. cities—stationed in Alabama and Arizona and deployable within an hour. Operational by fiscal year 2027, the plan has met scrutiny over its legality, potential politicization, and conflict with governors’ authority. Critics see it as a significant shift from traditional National Guard roles and a potential threat to democratic norms.

Author: Global Ripple

Posted on: August 12, 2025