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Texas increases efforts to curb illegal immigration and strengthen homeland security operations

Texas – Governor Greg Abbott has issued five new executive orders aimed at reinforcing border security and collaborating with the Trump administration to combat illegal immigration and homeland security threats. These directives instruct Texas state agencies to take an active role in assisting federal authorities to enforce immigration laws, deter foreign threats, and secure the southern border.

Strengthening the Rule of Law at the Southern Border

Governor Abbott emphasized the urgency of these measures, criticizing the previous administration’s handling of border security.

“For the past four years, Texas has worked around-the-clock to defend our southern border while former President Joe Biden refused to protect our country from an invasion he allowed,” said Governor Abbott. “Now, we have a Commander-in-Chief in the White House who will do what is necessary to protect Americans. Today, I issued five Executive Orders directing Texas state agencies to partner with the Trump Administration to enforce the rule of law and help secure the homeland. Just like President Donald Trump and his Administration, Texas will do what is necessary to keep our country safe.”

Key Directives Issued by Governor Abbott

The five Executive Orders outline specific actions Texas agencies must take to assist in federal immigration and homeland security operations:

  • Directing state agencies to assist federal immigration officers to investigate, arrest, detain, and deport illegal immigrants in Texas.
  • Directing the Texas Military Department to assist the United States Northern Command in repelling the invasion, securing the southern border, and neutralizing foreign enemies infiltrating Texas.
  • Directing state agencies to assist federal partners to deploy additional border barriers to improve operational security at the southern border.
  • Directing state agencies to share intelligence on foreign terrorist organizations, like Mexican cartels and Tren de Aragua, with federal law enforcement personnel to support counter-terror operations.
  • Directing the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and the Texas Facilities Commission to identify all Texas land and facilities for federal partners to lease and use for the detention and deportation of illegal immigrants.

Coordinated Efforts to Secure Texas

These executive measures come as Texas continues its aggressive stance on border security under Governor Abbott’s leadership. Texas has previously launched multiple initiatives, such as Operation Lone Star, to combat illegal crossings and drug trafficking. The Governor’s latest orders reinforce his administration’s commitment to ensuring state and federal agencies work together to address border-related challenges.

Governor Abbott has long been a vocal advocate for stricter border control policies and has pledged to fully support federal efforts under the Trump Administration to restore security at the southern border. These Executive Orders set the stage for a heightened collaboration between state and federal authorities as Texas moves forward in its mission to secure its borders and protect its residents.

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