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What will be the primary role of military personnel at the border by May 31, 2025?
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Donald Trump•Marines•Camp Pendleton•Customs and Border Protection•CBP•The Pentagon•82nd Airborne Division•10th Mountain Division•Stryker•White House•Trump
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Official statements from the Department of Defense or White House
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Trump Sends 1,500 Marines to Border, Pentagon Plans Up to 10,000 Troops
Jan 24, 2025, 07:40 PM
On January 24, President Donald Trump's administration deployed 1,500 troops, including 500 Marines from Camp Pendleton, to the U.S.-Mexico border as part of a crackdown on illegal immigration. The Marines arrived at the border aboard V-22 Osprey helicopters to assist Customs and Border Protection (CBP) in securing the area. The Pentagon is preparing to send thousands more troops, potentially increasing the military presence to 10,000 personnel. Discussions include deploying the 82nd Airborne Division, the 10th Mountain Division headquarters, and armored Stryker combat vehicles. The White House released video footage showing the Marines' arrival, emphasizing Trump's commitment to strengthening border security.
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