The group also insists on anonymity for its members. Many of the people at the meeting CBS 5 Investigates attended were military contractors. Some were still on active duty.

At one point, the commanding officer spoke about ways someone could join the group, without being on the rolls. It was a reference to government contractors and other employees who are not allowed to join militias.

"So we have runarounds that will legally allow for membership without the membership," said Reaper. "So you'll pass your polygraph, and everyone can sleep at night."