U.S. Deploys 1,500 Troops, Including Marines, to Southern Border to Assist CBP
Jan 24, 2025, 05:51 PM
The United States has deployed 1,500 troops, including 500 Marines from Camp Pendleton, to the southern border with Mexico to assist Customs and Border Protection (CBP) in securing the area, according to a video released by the Trump administration on January 24, 2025. The Marines are working with CBP to defend and secure the nation, assisting in mass deportations and efforts to combat illegal immigration, drug trafficking, and child trafficking. The deployment aligns with President Trump's campaign promises to enhance border security and restore national sovereignty.
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