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To: 11th_VA
-- Can a state create a militia and DECIDE if it wants to be under the federal gov't ? --

I think so, yes. Some states have two militias. One that takes money from the feds so is easily controlled by the feds, and another more federal independent.

I tnink either can be brought under federal command, just the "state" one may require new federal legislation.

State Defense Forces and Homeland Security

Today, 23 states and territories have organized militias, most commonly known as State Defense Forces (SDFs). SDFs provide governors with a cost-effective, vital force multiplier and resource, especially if state National Guard units are deployed out of state.

32 posted on 06/28/2022 3:04:39 AM PDT by Cboldt
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To: Cboldt
"Today, 23 states and territories have organized militias, most commonly known as State Defense Forces (SDFs). SDFs provide governors with a cost-effective, vital force multiplier and resource, especially if state National Guard units are deployed out of state."

I used to post StateDefenseForce.com to those who were unaware of another legal State Guard force that is under the sole command of the Governors. After much research, I concluded they are mostly used for natural disaster relief and SAR. They don't have the training, arms, command experience, to counter any Fedgov agency against obvious tyranny. Plus, the various Governors would not have the will to activate them.

Example: California has a State Defense Force. You think Newsome would activate them to counter a Federal incursion?

Best to remain quiet and think Swamp Rats if things got ugly.

79 posted on 06/28/2022 10:04:35 AM PDT by A Navy Vet (USA Birth Certificate - 1787. Death Certificate - 2021. )
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