The Texas National Guard has recently been granted new authority to arrest migrants crossing the border, under a new agreement. This agreement between Governor Greg Abbott’s office and the Texas Military Department will expand the National Guard’s duties to include arresting migrants who have crossed the border illegally.
Governor Abbott has been a vocal critic of the Biden administration’s handling of the border crisis, accusing the federal government of failing to secure the border and protect Texas residents. The newly authorized arrests by the National Guard are seen as a way to address the influx of migrants crossing into Texas.
The authorization for the Texas National Guard to arrest migrants comes as the state faces record numbers of illegal border crossings, with many migrants attempting to enter the US through Texas. Governor Abbott has declared a state of emergency over the situation and has implemented various measures to address the crisis, including increasing law enforcement presence at the border.
The agreement with the Texas Military Department comes after Governor Abbott had previously requested assistance from the federal government in securing the border, which was not granted. The National Guard will now have the authority to detain migrants until US Border Patrol agents arrive to take them into custody.
Critics of the new agreement argue that it could lead to human rights violations and raise concerns about the militarization of the border. However, Governor Abbott and supporters of the move see it as a necessary step to address the border crisis and protect Texas residents from the influx of illegal immigration.
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