Ohio Capital Journal The Ohio National Guard stands post in downtown Columbus last year. Photo by Marty Schladen. Gov. Mike DeWine said Tuesday it is in the stateâs best interest to send more Ohio National Guard troops and other law enforcement officials to help protect the southern border with Mexico. The decision reflects Ohioâs broader effort to aid fellow states â or the federal government â when help is requested, the governor said. DeWine recently announced Ohio will send 185 troops later this year to assist with the âSouthwest Border mission.â They will provide ânon-law enforcement supportâ to the U.S. Custom and Border Protection agency.