"Texas Governor Announces 80-Acre Base Camp for National Guard in Eagle Pass"

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Source: The Texas Tribune
"Texas Governor Announces 80-Acre Base Camp for National Guard in Eagle Pass"
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Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced the construction of an 80-acre base camp in Eagle Pass for Texas National Guard soldiers deployed for Operation Lone Star, aimed at deterring illegal immigration. The facility will accommodate 1,800 to 2,300 soldiers and provide individual rooms, addressing previous living conditions. The deployment has faced challenges, including pay issues and equipment shortages, as troops assist state troopers in border security efforts.

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