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"Texas Governor Unveils Plans for 80-Acre Military Base in Eagle Pass"

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Source: The New York Times
"Texas Governor Unveils Plans for 80-Acre Military Base in Eagle Pass"
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Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced the construction of a forward operating base in Eagle Pass for up to 2,300 soldiers, solidifying the state's efforts to curb illegal border crossings from Mexico. The base will establish a significant law enforcement infrastructure in the region and signal Texas' commitment to a security role traditionally held by the federal government. The move comes amid a widening rift between Republican governors and the federal government over border enforcement, with several states sending troops to help patrol the border.

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  1. Texas Governor Greg Abbott Announces Military Base Camp in Eagle Pass  The New York Times
  2. Texas governor announces plans to build 80-acre base in Eagle Pass for up 1,800 National Guard troops  CNN
  3. Texas to build 80-acre base in Eagle Pass for National Guard troops  The Texas Tribune
  4. Texas will build a base camp for more than 2000 soldiers on the border  KERA News
  5. Gov. Greg Abbott announces 80-acre base camp for Texas Military Department in Eagle Pass  KSAT San Antonio

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