Army Times reports that memos signed by the National Guard operations director instruct every state and territory to stand up specialized quick reaction forces for domestic civil disturbances, with many states pegged for around 500 troops each, totaling more than 23,000. Units will be equipped and trained on batons, shields, Tasers, and pepper spray, with readiness timelines measured in hours. The effort follows an August executive order directing rapid nationwide QRF availability and reflects a