How does Shapiro wield the Pennsylvania National Guard? At his discretion

Published June 12, 2025 12:37pm ET



(The Center Square) – Gov. Josh Shapiro is in a unique position regarding the deployment of the Pennsylvania National Guard.

He can consent to doing so, as he has for several federal requests since taking office two years ago, or he can decline, as he has also done during those same two years.

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