National Guard troops can be deployed to protect federal officials and federal property.
October 07, 2025
high
policy
Use of state National Guard resources for protection of federal personnel and assets.
Federal officials have warned that terminating or furloughing federal employees during a government funding lapse can violate U.S. appropriations law.
October 05, 2025
high
legal
Appropriations law governs use of federal funds and can constrain personnel actions taken during a government shutdown or funding lapse.