PENTAGON SENDING 10,000 TROOPS TO BORDER
The Pentagon is preparing to deploy 10,000 troops to the US-Mexico border in response to the growing migrant crisis. The move comes as a surge of Central American asylum seekers, many of whom are fleeing violence and poverty, have been attempting to cross into the United States.
The deployment is expected to be completed by the end of the month, with troops being sent to Texas, Arizona, and California. The troops will be tasked with providing logistical support, including setting up tents and providing food and water to border patrol agents.
The move is seen as a major escalation of the Trump administration’s efforts to crack down on illegal immigration. In recent weeks, the administration has faced criticism for its handling of the crisis, with many accusing it of being slow to respond and failing to provide adequate resources to border patrol agents.
The deployment of troops to the border is also seen as a way for the administration to show its commitment to border security, which has been a key campaign promise for President Trump. The move is likely to be met with opposition from Democrats, who have criticized the administration’s handling of the crisis and have called for a more humane approach to dealing with asylum seekers.
The Pentagon has said that the deployment will not include active-duty troops, but rather will consist of National Guard personnel who have been activated for the mission. The troops will be tasked with providing support to border patrol agents, but will not be involved in law enforcement activities.
The deployment is expected to cost around $200 million, and will be funded through the Pentagon’s budget. The move is seen as a major shift in the way the US military is being used, and is likely to have significant implications for the country’s military strategy and budget.