The Utah National Guard has been called on to aid in the federal government’s crackdown on illegal immigration, with local forces likely to help with transportation and handle administrative tasks, not enforcement.

They’re reportedly part of a contingent of 1,700 National Guard forces from 19 states to be called on to help federal immigration authorities.

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox last week broached the possibility of Utah National Guard troops aiding in efforts to detain and deport immigrants in the country illegally — and federal authorities, it turns out, submitted a formal request for help, also last week. In response, Lt. Col. Christopher Kroeber, the Utah National Guard spokesman, said the entity sent out messages on Thursday, Aug. 21, seeking guardsmen and guardswomen willing to tak

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