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Abbott Sends DPS and National Guard to Austin Ahead of 'No Kings' Protest

State officials cite public-safety concerns over alleged extremist ties.

ELWOOD, ILLINOIS - OCTOBER 07: Members of the Texas National Guard stand guard at an army reserve training facility on October 07, 2025 in Elwood, Illinois. The Trump administration has been threatening for more than a month to send the guard to Illinois to address Chicago's crime problem and to support ICE and CBP during Operation Midway Blitz. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has been outspoken in his opposition to the move, accusing the president of using the guardsmen as political pawns. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • The governor ordered a surge of DPS troopers, Special Agents, Texas Rangers and Texas National Guard soldiers to the capital with aircraft and other tactical support.
  • No personnel totals were provided for the deployment.
  • DPS says its Homeland Security Division is monitoring the demonstration and will investigate any links to known terrorist organizations.
  • Abbott has characterized the event as antifa-linked, while organizers previously described No Kings as a 100% nonviolent movement.
  • Local responses were not immediately available as reporters sought comment from the City of Austin and protest organizers.