Virginia National Guard Investigating Guardsmen Over Militia Activity

Staff Sgt. Daniel Abbott said he has made no secret of his involvement in the Campbell County Militia and described the investigation as a ‘witch hunt.’

Staff Sgt. Daniel Abbott steps off the bus to travel to Black Rapids Training Center in Alaska on July 10, 2023. Staff Sgt. Tori Miller/U.S. Army

The Virginia National Guard (VNG) is investigating two service members over their involvement with the Campbell County Militia (CCM), following the publication of a news article last week that claimed that they are involved in an anti-government organization.

Military.com published an article on Sept. 5 focusing on the involvement of a married couple, VNG Staff Sgts. Daniel Abbott and Alexandra Griffeth, in the militia.