https://hoodline.com/2024/05/texas-bolsters-border-defenses-unveils-new-military-base-in-eagle-pass-as-part-of-operation-lone-star/
Texas Bolsters Border Defenses, Unveils
New Military Base as part of Operation
Lone Star
Hoodline, by John Martins
Posted By: sunset, 5/31/2024 10:58:34 PM
Texas is doubling down on border security with the construction of a new military base camp in Eagle Pass, expected to house up to 2,300 soldiers. Governor Greg Abbott was at the border today to greet the first batch of 300 Texas National Guard Troops arriving at the newly-built "Forward Operating Base," part of the state's enhanced border security initiative, Operation Lone Star. The governor's visit comes as the base is swiftly moving towards completion, with amenities including living quarters, a dining facility, gym, armory, and more to support the stationed troops. According to the plans revealed by Abbott, this base signifies a stamp of permanence for Texas military