[U.S. Congressional Budget Office: National Guard May Cost $1.1 Billion This Year] The U.S. Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimates that if the current scale of federally deployed National Guard forces ordered by President Trump across various regions of the country is maintained, related expenditures could reach approximately $1.1 billion by 2026. According to CBO data, similar deployments last year cost about $496 million, with Washington, D.C., and Los Angeles incurring the highest expenses. The report noted that the costs mainly include military personnel salaries, lodging, and meals, excluding long-term benefits, disability compensation, and equipment wear and tear. CBO also warned that due to significant uncertainties regarding the scale of deployment, duration, and legal challenges, future related expenditures may still experience notable fluctuations. (CCTV News)