INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana National Guard is sending reinforcements to Washington, D.C. next month to "help increase safety in the nation's capital."

Indiana Gov. Mike Braun authorized 300 Hoosier National Guard soldiers to head to D.C. in December at the request of the D.C. National Guard.

“Hoosiers are proud of our Guardsmen, who are well-trained and fully prepared for this mission,” Braun said in a statement. “We are grateful for their service and support in our nation’s capital.”

Most of the soldiers heading to D.C. are from units in Bloomington and Gary.

"National Guard soldiers and airmen are uniquely qualified to help in these types of situations. Our Hoosier Guardsmen regularly prepare, train and work side-by-side with civilian first responders, and our Guardsmen are ready for

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