Illinois National Guard, Chicago police to help with security at Biden inauguration Security will be top priority at Joe Biden’s inauguration -- in light of the US Capitol attack. WASHINGTON - Security will be top priority at Joe Biden’s inauguration -- in light of the US Capitol attack. Massive fences surround the Capitol and White House, and dozens of streets will be closed this week. Two-hundred plus Illinois National Guard members will be part of the more than 15,000 on hand. In addition, 40 Chicago police officers will be helping with security. This will be the nation’s 59th presi...