Pentagon Deploys Troops and Heavy Equipment to Reinforce Southern Border

The U.S. military is sending a Stryker Brigade and aviation battalion to bolster border security under President Trump's directive.

Approximately 3,000 active-duty troops, including the 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team and a General Support Aviation Battalion, are being deployed to the U.S.-Mexico border.
The Stryker Brigade, known for its rapid deployment and versatility, includes armored vehicles designed for mobility and protection across challenging terrain.
The aviation battalion will provide Black Hawk helicopters and Chinook transport aircraft to enhance operational reach, medical evacuation, and logistical support.
This deployment increases the total number of active-duty forces at the southern border to about 9,000, reflecting the administration's focus on border security and countering illegal migration.
President Trump is expected to address the border strategy and progress during a State of the Union-style speech to Congress on Tuesday night.