California National Guard Sleeps on Floor Due to Lack of Federal Funding

California National Guard Troops Deployed Without Adequate Funding: A Report on Neglect and the Failure of the Federal Government On June 9, 2025, a video surfaced online highlighting the dire conditions faced by California National Guard troops recently deployed. The video, created by Harry Jsisson, shows numerous soldiers sleeping on the cold, hard floor of a large warehouse, lacking essential resources such as sleeping bags, pillows, blankets, food, water, and fuel. This lack of resources was due to the federal government's failure to provide adequate funding. The video includes images obtained by the San Francisco Chronicle's investigation. These images depict the troops' makeshift quarters, emphasizing the severity of the situation. The video also features a quote from California Governor Gavin Newsom, who tweeted, "This is how Donald Trump treats his troops. Disgraceful." This tweet, posted on X (formerly Twitter), underscores the widespread outrage over the situation. A source granted anonymity under the Chronicle's policies stated that the troops arrived without federal funding for basic necessities. This source further indicated that state officials were not to blame, placing responsibility squarely on the federal government's failure to provide adequate planning and funding for the deployment. The source said, "This is really the failure of the federal government. If you're going to federalize these troops, then take care of them." The video underscores the urgent need for improved oversight and resource allocation for National Guard deployments. The lack of basic necessities for those serving is a serious matter that demands immediate attention and reform.