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National Guard to Aid ICE in Migrant Detention Support

8/23/2025

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Guard Troops Assist

National Guard troops from seven states will assist ICE with detained migrants in the coming weeks.
The Pentagon has authorized up to 1,700 troops for logistical and clerical support, with Florida deploying 200 members.
Most states are sending fewer than 100 troops for limited durations; some are still reviewing requests.
The mission focuses on data collection and administrative tasks, with limited direct contact with detainees.
ICE currently detains over 59,000 individuals, many of whom have no prior convictions.

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Guard Troops Assist

National Guard troops from seven states will assist ICE with detained migrants in the coming weeks.
The Pentagon has authorized up to 1,700 troops for logistical and clerical support, with Florida deploying 200 members.
Most states are sending fewer than 100 troops for limited durations; some are still reviewing requests.
The mission focuses on data collection and administrative tasks, with limited direct contact with detainees.
ICE currently detains over 59,000 individuals, many of whom have no prior convictions.

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