By Alejandro Serrano, The Texas Tribune Jan. 27, 2025 "Abbott sends state troops to U.S.-Mexico border to work with Border Patrol" was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with t…
Abbott sends state troops to US-Mexico border to work with Border Patrol
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In a move that has sparked widespread controversy and concern, Texas Governor Greg Abbott has unilaterally decided to deploy state troops to the U.S.-Mexico border, a decision critics argue is more about political posturing than addressing the complex issues of immigration and border security. This aggressive action, taken without substantial consultation with border communities or immigration experts, has raised fears of heightened tensions and potential violations of migrants' human rights.