American national security is under attack. Donald Trump has a big decision to make.
That’s why the President ordered a deployment of 10,000 soldiers in this military emergency.
Trump Admin Deploys 10,000 Soldiers To Secure The U.S. Southern Border
In a decisive move to strengthen America’s defenses, President Donald Trump has wasted no time in bolstering security along the nation’s southern border. Within a mere three months of taking office, the administration has deployed over 10,000 U.S. military troops to support efforts to safeguard the country from a range of threats emanating from the southwest frontier.
Demonstrating his unwavering commitment to protecting American sovereignty, President Trump issued a flurry of executive orders during his first days in office, setting the stage for a robust response to the challenges at the border. Among these was a powerful directive to the Department of Defense, tasking the United States Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) with the critical mission to “seal the borders and maintain the sovereignty, territorial integrity, and security of the United States by repelling forms of invasion including unlawful mass migration, narcotics trafficking, human smuggling and trafficking, and other criminal activities.”
Within just 36 hours of the President’s order, an initial force of 1,500 U.S. troops surged to the southwest border, joining the 2,500 reservists already in place, bringing the total to an impressive 4,000. By March 1, the Department of Defense had further reinforced this presence with a formidable 4,400-soldier Stryker brigade combat team and a 650-troop general support aviation battalion, elevating the number of Title 10 forces to approximately 9,000.
THERE THEY ARE: Trump's troops arrive at the border, help put up barriers and detect illegals + assist deportationspic.twitter.com/rbwTJKcOFH
— Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) January 23, 2025
Equipped with cutting-edge Stryker vehicles, Black Hawk and Chinook helicopters, these units are providing unparalleled detection, logistic, and aerial support to U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents on the front lines. Troops have also taken on the vital tasks of installing physical barriers and, under the leadership of Border Patrol Chief Mike Banks, have been deputized to perform immigration functions alongside CBP officers.
The results of this bold strategy speak for themselves. In a stunning testament to the effectiveness of the Trump administration’s policies, illegal border crossings plummeted by an astonishing 90 percent within a month of the President taking office. According to The Center Square, February numbers reached the lowest point in recorded U.S. history—a clear sign that the administration’s firm stance is restoring order and security.
The President’s comprehensive approach extends beyond land-based efforts. In the past week, a missile destroyer joined the mission, enhancing USNORTHCOM’s southern border security operations in both U.S. and international waters. On March 15, the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gravely set sail from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown, embarking on what USNORTHCOM Commander Gen. Gregory Guillot described as a vital component of “the DOD’s coordinated effort in response to the Presidential Executive Order.”
He emphasized that “Gravely’s sea-going capacity improves our ability to protect the United States’ territorial integrity, sovereignty, and security.” Tasked with combating maritime-related terrorism, weapons proliferation, transnational crime, piracy, environmental destruction, and illegal seaborne immigration, Gravely’s crew will work in tandem with a U.S. Coast Guard Law Enforcement Detachment to execute a wide range of interdiction efforts.
Meanwhile, the administration continues to reinforce its land forces. An additional 400 service members from New York, Colorado, Georgia, and Maryland have been deployed to support USNORTHCOM’s border security initiatives. Just days ago, on March 17, US Northern Command announced the approval of another 400 troops, including 385 U.S. Army engineers from units such as the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 41st Engineer Battalion, 10th Mountain Division, and the 642nd Engineer Company, both hailing from Fort Drum, New York.
Joining them are the 76th Combat Engineer Company-Stryker from Fort Carson, Colorado; Headquarters, 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade from Fort Stewart, Georgia; and the 6th Medical Logistic Management Center from Fort Detrick, Maryland.
These units bring a wealth of capabilities to the mission. Troops from Georgia will provide aviation support and deploy several MQ-1C Gray Eagle Unmanned Aircraft Systems, offering advanced intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance from the skies. Maryland’s contribution includes centralized management of medical logistics, ensuring the health and readiness of deployed forces. With these latest deployments, the total number of troops either on the ground or approved to deploy to the southwest border now exceeds 10,000—a formidable presence that stands as a testament to President Trump’s resolve.
Under this administration, the United States is sending a clear message: its borders will be protected, its sovereignty upheld, and its citizens defended. The rapid deployment of military assets and the dramatic reduction in illegal crossings demonstrate that President Trump’s leadership is delivering tangible results, making America safer and stronger with each passing day.
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