Pentagon sending Stryker brigade, more troops to US-Mexico borderAbout 3,000 troops, including a general support aviation battalion, will arrive along the border in the coming weeks.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press2 weeks ago
The tiny Japanese island militarizing on Taiwan’s doorstepA tiny island on Japan’s western frontier is now the front line in a potential clash over Taiwan.2 weeks ago
Hegseth travels to border amid military immigration crackdownWhile there, the defense secretary will likely announce hundreds of more troops who will join the military's expanded role in enforcing immigration.By Noah Robertson6 weeks ago
Air Force flies migrants to Guatemala as military’s border role growsThe armed forces is playing a growing role in helping enforce immigration laws under the Trump administration.7 weeks ago
Texas sends more than 400 Guardsmen to US-Mexico borderThe troops, part of a unit called the Texas Tactical Border Force, will join those already deployed to the border through Texas' Operation Lone Star.By Alejando Serrano, The Texas Tribune7 weeks ago
US troops arriving in Texas, California to support border securityIt's the first batch of troops deployed to the border following President Trump’s executive order demanding an immediate crackdown on immigration.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press8 weeks ago
Pentagon to send 1,500 troops to border to start Trump-ordered surgeThe deployment signals the military’s increased role in a much more aggressive immigration policy under the second Trump administration.By Noah Robertson8 weeks ago
Trump aims to expand domestic military use if reelectedThe Republican presidential candidate has pledged to station troops at the U.S.-Mexico border and use troops to carry out domestic policy priorities.5 months ago
At least 17 Guardsmen have died while on Texas border missionOnly a handful of families have met eligibility requirements and been paid compensation following the passage of a recent Texas law.By Jonathan Lehrfeld7 months ago
Southern border mission has no military value, Guard chief warns Gen. Daniel Hokanson said the ongoing southern border mission is not helping troops improve military readiness.By Leo Shane III9 months ago
Senate shifts to new Ukraine funding with U.S. budget still in flux Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Jan. 22, 2024.By Leo Shane III14 months ago
The military’s federal border mission set to continue into 2024Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin in June extended the mission through September 2024.By Meghann Myers15 months ago