The Pentagon is ramping up military support at the southern border with the deployment of as many as 3,000 active-duty troops. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth signed the order Friday, continuing the Trump administration’s focus on border security.
The newly deployed forces will include a Stryker Brigade Combat Team and an aviation battalion, with the majority of troops coming from the 4th Infantry Division’s 2nd Stryker Brigade at Fort Carson, Colorado. These units will join the thousands of National Guard and Reserve members already stationed along the U.S.-Mexico border. Officials say the added presence will help reinforce current security operations.
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Military planners expect Stryker combat vehicles to be transported by rail and truck to border regions, including Arizona, where troops will work alongside federal agencies. The lightly armored vehicles, designed for rapid movement, have been used in previous military operations in the Middle East and are equipped with mounted weapons.
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The latest deployment follows a January move to send 1,500 additional troops to the border, where illegal crossings have been a key issue. President Donald Trump has prioritized border security, with Hegseth stating that the administration is committed to “sealing the border” and maintaining territorial sovereignty.
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Meanwhile, Mexican forces are also increasing patrols in border areas. Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum has mobilized National Guard troops, particularly around Tijuana, amid trade negotiations with the U.S.
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Troops are expected to begin arriving in the coming weeks, and military officials have indicated that additional personnel could be deployed if necessary.
