Wisconsin calls in National Guard to protect state buildings

Published June 25, 2020 12:58am ET



Democratic Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers activated the state’s National Guard on Wednesday ahead of what is expected to be another night of destructive protests in the capital of Madison.

In a statement released today, Evers said he was enhancing law enforcement in the state’s capital after bystanders were injured and state property was damaged.

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