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Guard deployment to Washington into 2029 will cost roughly $1.4B, estimate shows
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Gary Fields And Lisa Mascaro, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· August 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The cost of this deployment is estimated to be roughly $1.
A significant amount of taxpayer money will be spent on a National Guard deployment. This deployment has been a subject of criticism from various groups. 4 billion.
This estimate covers a period of time and was provided in response to questions from a senator. Further details about the deployment and its estimated cost can be found through other sources, including a Defense Department estimate provided to Congress.
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Category: local ·
Published: August 4, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
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