"Texas Governor Announces 80-Acre Base Camp for National Guard in Eagle Pass"
TL;DR
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced the construction of an 80-acre base camp in Eagle Pass for Texas National Guard soldiers deployed for Operation Lone Star, aimed at deterring illegal immigration. The facility will accommodate 1,800 to 2,300 soldiers and provide individual rooms, addressing previous living conditions. The deployment has faced challenges, including pay issues and equipment shortages, as troops assist state troopers in border security efforts.
Topics:nationmilitaryborder-security#border-security#eagle-pass#militaryborder-security#national-guard#operation-lone-star#texas
- Texas to build 80-acre base in Eagle Pass for National Guard troops The Texas Tribune
- Texas will build camp for National Guard members in border city of Eagle Pass WAVY.com
- Gov. Abbott announces Texas Military Dept. building base camp in Eagle Pass KXAN.com
- Gov. Greg Abbott announces 80-acre base camp for Texas Military Department in Eagle Pass KSAT San Antonio
- Texas governor seizes national spotlight amid border tensions The Hill
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