Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Homeland Defense Dr. Steven P. Bucci (left) meets with New York Army National Guard Sergeant Linda Liautaud (center) and Spc. Jean Johnson (right) from Task Force Empire Shield, the state's homeland security standing task force in Manhattan's Grand Central Station rail terminal on Wednesday, April 2. Dr. Bucci, who overseas Department of Defense policy issues regarding Domestic Counter Terrorism and National Guard operational issues, was in New York to meet with state Office of Homeland Security officials, representatives of the New York City Police Department Counter Terrorism leaders and members of the National Guard's Civil Support Team and homeland security elements in lower Manhattan. U.S. Army photo by Lt. Col. Joseph Sullivan (RELEASED)
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Bellmore Patch -- Wed, 19 Nov 2025 North Bellmore National Guard Airman Receives New Rank NORTH BELLMORE, NY A National Guard Airman received a new rank, as recently shared by Air Force Major General Michael Bank, commander of the New York Air National Guard. Bank announced... (more)
Rome Sentinel -- Tue, 18 Nov 2025 Pair promoted in New York Air National Guard LATHAM Two local airmen have received promotions with the New York Air National Guard, according to an announcement by Air Force Major Gen. Michael Bank, in recognition of their capability... (more)
Rome Sentinel -- Tue, 18 Nov 2025 Several local Army National Guard soldiers earn promotions LATHAM Five area residents are among the members of the New York Army National Guard who have received recent promotions, according to an announcement by Major Gen. Ray Shields, adjutant... (more)