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20,000 National Guard Troops Deployed for Immigration Enforcement

6/7/2025

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The Department of Homeland Security is set to deploy 20,000 National Guard troops for immigration enforcement, a historic decision that raises eyebrows. These troops will engage in fugitive investigations and support detention efforts. However, worries loom over the legality of this action and its potential to hinder disaster response, especially with many Guard members already at the U.S.-Mexico border.

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The Department of Homeland Security is set to deploy 20,000 National Guard troops for immigration enforcement, a historic decision that raises eyebrows. These troops will engage in fugitive investigations and support detention efforts. However, worries loom over the legality of this action and its potential to hinder disaster response, especially with many Guard members already at the U.S.-Mexico border.