Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced that state officials are establishing a border security military camp, a development reported by RIA News. The project is framed as a measure to strengthen border security capabilities and support ongoing operations in the region.
Abbott indicated that the camp would enable the Texas National Guard to execute nearby missions with greater efficiency. The facility is planned to span about 32 hectares and is designed to accommodate roughly 1,800 soldiers. Officials also indicated there could be room for expansion to house an additional 2,300 personnel as needs grow.
In a separate commentary, former U.S. presidential candidate Donald Trump asserted that by the end of President Joe Biden’s term, the total number of people entering the United States illegally could reach 19 million, a figure he suggested would surpass the population of New York state. Trump argued that many current entrants are escaping from mental health facilities and prisons, and he characterized some individuals among them as potential terrorists.
Earlier discussions in Congress focused on how to bring greater attention to immigration concerns, with lawmakers considering steps to raise urgency around border and immigration policy. The dialogue reflects ongoing political debate over how best to address immigration pressures and border control in the United States.