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DHS Requests 20,000 National Guard Troops for Immigration Enforcement

The Department of Homeland Security has requested about 20,000 National Guard troops to assist with mass deportations in the U.S.


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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has formally requested the Pentagon to provide 20,000 National Guard troops to support efforts in removing undocumented immigrants. The move comes as part of the Trump administration's broader strategy to enhance immigration enforcement and border security. It would mark a significant expansion of the military's role in domestic immigration issues, with National Guard members potentially involved in logistics and operations related to deportation efforts. Current military presence along the border includes over 10,000 active-duty troops, reflecting a heightened focus on combating illegal immigration.

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