The Pentagon announced plans to deploy up to 1,500 active duty troops to the southern U.S. border to assist Border Patrol operations, joining approximately 2,500 National Guard and Reserve forces already present. This decision reflects President Trump's directives aimed at enhancing border security through military support. While the troops will engage in logistics and construction duties, potential roles in law enforcement remain legally restricted, with discussions of possibly invoking the Insurrection Act to broaden military capabilities. This deployment marks an early action in Trump's immigration policy agenda as he begins his presidency.
The Pentagon plans to deploy 1,500 active duty troops to the southern border, supporting National Guard forces amid Trump's immigration crackdown.
The active duty forces will assist with logistics, transportation, and construction, but roles concerning law enforcement remain uncertain due to legal restrictions.
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