Washington D.C. - The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has formally requested the deployment of 20,000 National Guard troops to assist with a potential increase in deportation operations. This request, reported by CBS News, reflects the administration's continued emphasis on enforcing existing immigration laws.
The specific role of the National Guard troops would be to provide support to DHS personnel. This support could include transportation, logistical assistance, and administrative tasks, freeing up Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents to focus on apprehension and deportation activities.
Details regarding the timing and specific locations for the deployment are still being finalized. The request is currently under review, and the decision to authorize the deployment rests with the relevant authorities. Opponents of the administration's immigration policies have voiced concerns about the potential impact of such a large-scale deployment on communities and resources.
DHS Requests National Guard Deployment for Deportation Surge
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has requested the deployment of 20,000 National Guard troops. This request aims to support a potential surge in deportation efforts. The move comes as the administration focuses on enforcing immigration laws. The National Guard's role would be to assist DHS personnel in various support functions.
Source: Read the original article at CBS