
President Donald Trump’s administration is pressing forward with a major military operation to secure the nation’s southern border and enforce immigration laws. On Friday, troops from the U.S. Army and Marine Corps were deployed to key border locations as part of a 1,500-strong force aimed at blocking illegal crossings and supporting immigration authorities.
Military personnel from various bases, including units from Fort Cavazos in Texas and Fort Stewart in Georgia, have been mobilized for this effort. They will be tasked with constructing physical barriers, monitoring border activity, and collaborating with federal agents to prevent unauthorized entries. Marines stationed in California were among the first to arrive, with plans to increase their numbers if necessary.
The US military is protecting America’s borders and not another country half way across the world’s borders.
Finally America First.
Thank you President Trump!
pic.twitter.com/25k9L6YehO— C3 (@C_3C_3) January 24, 2025
In parallel with the troop deployment, the Department of Homeland Security has launched an extensive deportation operation. U.S. Air Force planes have been seen transporting illegal immigrants from bases in Texas and Arizona to their home countries. These flights mark the beginning of a larger effort to repatriate individuals who entered the country illegally under the previous administration.
Imagine that—the U.S. military being used to protect America’s borders instead of those of foreign countries. 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/S65MPhgZau
— Heritage Foundation (@Heritage) January 24, 2025
The Trump administration has also moved to empower local and state law enforcement by granting them federal authority to participate in immigration enforcement. White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller confirmed that state and local officials will soon be deputized, warning that those who attempt to interfere with federal actions will face legal consequences.
Our military from Texas heading to the border to finally help get it secured. 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/8XlDyUPwFl
— PatriotSons (Thomas) (@Patriot_Sons) January 24, 2025
Other measures include the closure of major entry points, such as the El Paso border crossing, and the suspension of the CBP One app, which was widely used by migrants to request entry into the U.S. Officials believe these steps will help stem the flow of illegal immigration that surged under the previous administration.
Our military protecting our border?! 🤯 pic.twitter.com/Fcxy2M7Kcf
— End Wokeness (@EndWokeness) January 24, 2025
Military planners continue to adjust their strategy to meet Trump’s directive, with Pentagon officials noting that troop levels could be expanded based on evolving needs. National Guard units are also on standby to provide additional support as required.
"Multiple military officials also told https://t.co/pCmahtssLw that the 82nd Airborne's 3rd Brigade Combat Team — one of the nation's most visible units and the military's rapid response force — is also preparing to deploy to the southern border."
— Copesint (@mandhistorian) January 25, 2025