Will the U.S. deploy an additional 8,500 troops to the Mexico border by March 31, 2025?
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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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