Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe said the state will provide members of the Missouri National Guard to help Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations in the state.

According to a release Tuesday morning, Kehoe said the Missouri National Guard will start assistance on Wednesday, Oct. 1.

Their roles will be to assist with data entry, case management and logistical support. Those participating in the effort were selected on a volunteer basis and are eligible to be on duty through Sept. 30, 2026. It wasn't immediately clear how many National Guard members volunteered for the assignment.

Kehoe says their work will allow ICE personnel to focus on core enforcement and security functions.

Public safety, keeping Missourians safe, and upholding the rule of law is our administrations top priority, K

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