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Pentagon has begun deploying 1,500 active duty troops to secure the U.S.-Mexico border
Acting Defense Secretary Robert Salesses said the troops will fly helicopters to assist Border Patrol agents and help in the construction of barriers.
Pentagon Sending Active-Duty Troops to US-Mexico Border: What to Know
The move enacts President Trump's executive orders issued shortly after he took office to intensify immigration enforcement.
Trump considers sending 10,000 troops to US-Mexico border, internal memo says
It followed threats by Trump to levy import taxes of 25% on Mexico and Canada, accusing them of allowing undocumented migrants and drugs to come into America. Though he did not mention the US by name, the Vice Premier of China on Tuesday said his country was looking for a "win-win" solution to trade tensions and wanted to expand its imports.
Pentagon to Send 1,500 Additional Troops to U.S.-Mexico Border
The Pentagon will send 1,500 active-duty troops to the southwestern border by the end of the month, a Defense Department official said on Wednesday, helping to fulfill one of President Trump’s main goals to stem the flow of migrants into the United States.
Pentagon to send up to 1,500 active duty troops to help secure US-Mexico border, officials say
WASHINGTON — The Pentagon will begin deploying as many as 1,500 active duty troops to help secure the southern border in the coming days, the White House confirmed on Wednesday, putting in motion plans President Trump laid out in executive orders shortly after he took office to crack down on immigration.
US Active Duty Troops Beginning to Arrive in Texas and San Diego to Support Border Security
U.S. officials say active duty military troops are arriving in El Paso, Texas, and in San Diego on Thursday evening
Where Active-Duty Troops at US-Mexico Border Will Be Deployed
Active-duty military troops are set to begin arriving in El Paso, Texas, and San Diego on Thursday evening, marking the initial phase of deploying new forces to secure the southern border, according to defense officials.

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Firefighters Battle Growing Blaze Near U.S.-Mexico Border
Officials said the fire, which had spread to more than 500 acres by Thursday night, was miles away from threatening any homes or buildings.
Mexico prepares tents in border cities to receive Mexicans deported from US
Mexico is constructing tents to receive Mexican nationals deported under Trump's mass deportations and provide them with services to help resettle.
Trump orders troops to US-Mexico border as part of immigration crackdown
"All previously scheduled travel of refugees to the US is being cancelled," a State Department memo says, following an ...
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Federal government doubles down on border strategy; Impact on McAllen remains unclear
The U.S. government is deploying 1,500 troops to the southern border, with plans for more, as Border Patrol focuses on efficiency amid rising concerns from locals and advocates.
Trump border policy updates: 'Remain in Mexico' returns as deportation centers expand
Events along the border are moving quickly following the flurry of executive orders. Deportations at low levels as Mexico ...
Trump outlines U.S. military role in securing borders
Of the many executive orders President Donald Trump has issued, including declaring a national emergency and an invasion at the southwest border, two outline his plan ...
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Donald Trump shows that he is determined to pummel Mexico
M ore than any other country, Donald Trump went after Mexico on his first day in office. He ordered its criminal gangs to be designated as foreign terrorist organisations (FTOs), ...
A Roundup of Trump’s Immigration Actions So Far
The president’s long-promised clampdown on immigration has begun, featuring actions like sending troops to the U.S.-Mexico border and ending birthright citizenship.