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Texas National Guard given immigration arrest authority in Trump's border security blitz

By isabelle // 2025-02-04

• Trump authorizes Texas National Guard to make immigration arrests under certain circumstances, reversing Biden's damaging policies.
• New MOU between Texas and CBP enhances border security and law enforcement capabilities.
• Texas deploys the Texas Tactical Border Force to work with Border Patrol to enforce immigration laws.
• Trump declares national emergency at southern border, sends active-duty troops, and expedites deportations.
• In the first week, the Trump administration deported more than 7,300 illegal immigrants in a sharp contrast with Biden's open borders approach.

President Donald Trump's administration has taken a decisive step in bolstering border security in the U.S. by authorizing Texas National Guard soldiers to make immigration arrests, a move that underscores the new administration's commitment to reversing the damaging policies of the Biden era. The memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the State of Texas and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) became effective immediately, as announced by Texas Governor Greg Abbott on Sunday. This new deal not only enhances the capabilities of law enforcement on the ground but also marks a significant shift in the federal government's approach to immigration.

A necessary move for border security

The MOU, signed by CBP Acting Commissioner Pete Flores and Governor Abbott, allows Texas National Guard soldiers to conduct roving patrols and exercise all the duties of an immigration agent, provided they are accompanied by a U.S. immigration officer or Border Patrol agent. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to secure the Texas-Mexico border and combat the surge in illegal immigration and transnational criminal activity that has plagued the region under the Biden administration. "Texas has a partner in the White House we can work with to secure the Texas-Mexico border," Abbott said. "To support that mission, today, I deployed the Texas Tactical Border Force, comprised of hundreds of troops, to work side-by-side with U.S. Border Patrol agents to stop illegal immigrants from entering our country and to enforce immigration laws." The Trump administration's swift action stands in stark contrast to the Biden administration's open borders policy, which Abbott and other leaders have criticized for undermining national security and public safety. The new agreement is a testament to President Trump's commitment to fulfilling his campaign promises and restoring order to the southern border.

Trump's comprehensive border strategy

President Trump's efforts to curb illegal immigration are not limited to this agreement with Texas. On his first day in office, he declared a national emergency at the southern border, sent active-duty troops to bolster border security, and signed a series of executive orders aimed at overhauling U.S. immigration law and policy. These actions include designating cartels as foreign terrorist organizations and expediting the deportation of individuals with criminal records or ties to gangs and terrorist organizations. "Within hours of taking the oath of office, I declared a national emergency at our southern border. I sent active duty troops on the border to help repel the invasion," Trump said. "We immediately halted all illegal entry and began sending every border trespasser and violator back to the places from which they came." The impact of these measures has been immediate and significant. In the first week of Trump's second term, federal officials deported over 7,300 illegal immigrants, a stark contrast to the Biden administration's reluctance to enforce immigration laws effectively. The Trump administration's decision to empower the Texas National Guard to make immigration arrests is a crucial step in the right direction. It not only addresses the immediate security concerns on the border but also sends a clear message that the federal government is once again committed to enforcing the law and protecting American communities. Sources for this article include: 100PercentFedUp.com FoxNews.com Axios.com

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