U.S. Military Deploys 1,000 Additional Troops to Southern US Border Amid Emergency Situation Following Trump's Order
Jan 22, 2025, 04:35 PM
The U.S. military is preparing to deploy approximately 1,000 additional active duty troops to the southern border with Mexico. This decision follows an executive order from President Trump mandating an increased military presence in the area. The order comes just two days after the initial announcement to bolster troop levels, as multiple officials confirm the ongoing mobilization of forces to address what has been described as an emergency situation at the border.
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