Scott Horton Show - Just the Interviews 7/10/25 Dan McKnight on the Long but Worthwhile Fight to Pass Defend The Guard
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Jul 12, 2025 Dan McKnight, a U.S. Marine Corps Reserves veteran and founder of Idahoans to Bring Our Troops Home, dives into the ongoing struggle to pass the Defend The Guard legislation. He sheds light on this initiative aimed at curbing presidential powers over National Guard deployments. McKnight shares his transformation from patriotic service member to advocacy leader, emphasizing the critical need for accountability in military engagements. He also discusses the desperate tactics of the Defense Department to halt this movement and the importance of local legislative support.
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Dan McKnight's Military Journey
- Dan McKnight shares his military background and deployment to Afghanistan as Idaho Army National Guard.
- He became disillusioned with endless undeclared wars and started Bring Our Troops Home to stop them.
National Guard’s True Role
- The National Guard is a highly trained, professional force ready to protect America.
- Their mission is to defend the homeland and support states against all threats, not just disaster relief.
Neglect of Guardsmen in Afghanistan
- Dan recounts how National Guardsmen in Afghanistan were treated poorly and neglected by active duty units.
- He personally called the Idaho governor for help due to lack of supplies and support overseas.
