President Donald Trump has ordered the deployment of up to 1,500 active duty troops to the southern border to support border patrol agents. This move marks a significant escalation in military involvement along the border and raises questions about potential law enforcement roles for active duty troops.
The Pentagon will begin deploying up to 1,500 active duty troops to aid in securing the southern border in the coming days, according to U.S. officials. This move, announced on Wednesday, fulfills a promise made by President Donald Trump during his campaign and in executive orders shortly after taking office. The deployment aims to address concerns about immigration and border security , marking a significant escalation in military involvement along the border.
Acting Defense Secretary Robert Salesses is expected to sign the deployment orders, but the specific units and troops involved remain unclear. The total number could fluctuate based on operational requirements.The active duty forces will join an existing contingent of approximately 2,500 U.S. National Guard and Reserve personnel already stationed at the border. They are anticipated to primarily support border patrol agents by providing logistical, transportation, and construction assistance in erecting barriers. This type of support aligns with previous deployments under both the Trump and Biden administrations, where active duty troops assisted border security efforts.However, this deployment raises questions about the potential for active duty troops to engage in law enforcement activities, a role not typically undertaken by the military. While currently prohibited by law, Trump has directed the incoming secretaries of defense and homeland security to report within 90 days on whether the Insurrection Act of 1807 should be invoked. This Act would allow for the use of military personnel in civilian law enforcement on U.S. soil, potentially blurring the lines between military and law enforcement roles. The deployment comes amidst a broader push by Trump to increase military presence along the border. In one of his first executive orders on Monday, he directed the defense secretary to develop a plan to 'seal the borders' and deter 'unlawful mass migration.' This move underscores Trump's commitment to border security as a top priority during his second term
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