After visit to border, Texas congressman says new policies are working, making his district safer

After visit to border, Texas congressman says new policies are working, making his district safer

Congressman Tony Gonzales backs active-duty troops patrolling TX's southern border, signaling a shift in US border strategy under President Trump.

Updates from the US/Mexico border 6 weeks after Trump

The Mexican government has responded to US threats of tariffs by sending more members of the National Guard (Guardia Nacional) and active duty army (Ejercito) troops to the northern border. Now, in Agua Prieta, National Guard troops are directing traffic returning to the US as well working extensively with Mexican Customs (Aduana). In addition, military trucks with machine gun turrets are a constant presence on the streets. Initially, the Mexica…