Pentagon Deploys 3,000 Troops and Armored Vehicles to Southern Border

The move, directed by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, aims to bolster border security operations under President Trump's administration.

Approximately 2,400 soldiers from the 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team and 500 from an aviation battalion will be deployed in the coming weeks.
The deployment includes Stryker combat vehicles, which will primarily aid in detection, monitoring, and logistical support rather than direct enforcement actions.
This marks an expansion of the Trump administration's efforts to secure the U.S.-Mexico border, which has seen a significant drop in illegal crossings since January.
The mission, planned since January, reflects the administration's focus on curbing illegal migration and drug trafficking while emphasizing territorial integrity.
Critics argue that military deployments are a costly approach, with some advocating for increased resources for Border Patrol and Customs officers.