Troops are set to be deployed in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, Ohio, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Wyoming, Fox News reported, citing documents and unnamed Pentagon officials.

An executive order released on Monday directs the creation of specialized Guard units to quell civil disturbances in each state and seeks civilian volunteers to assist federal agents in Washington.

Hochul has deployed the National Guard to the New York City subway system to deter crime and help with random passenger bag checks. She's said it’s a different situation because she's in charge of the New York National Guard and because the soldiers work closely with the NYPD.