https://youtu.be/fFAghM_ufag
They probably spend way too much money, I am sure lots of people are joining but they are squandering it
No the national Guard is control of the President you are wrong, they have been federalized.
DoD is in control which means POTUS is in control, also seen in DC were Army and Marine helicopters
Secretary of Defense Miller Night-Patrols National Guards at DC Capitol