Texas Governor Abbott Announces $500 Million Border Military Base

The new base in Eagle Pass aims to bolster border security, amid criticism from Mexico's President and concerns over costs.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has announced the construction of an 80-acre military base in Eagle Pass to enhance border security, with the project potentially costing over $500 million.
Mexico's President Andrés Manuel López Obrador criticized the move, calling it 'pure politicking' and questioning its effectiveness in curbing illegal immigration.
The base is expected to house up to 1,800 soldiers initially, with amenities including dining facilities, a fitness center, and recreational areas.
Funding for the project comes from Texas taxpayers, with over $10 billion allocated to Abbott's border operation, Operation Lone Star, over three years.
Critics argue the base represents an escalation in militaristic rhetoric and actions at the border, with potential implications for U.S.-Mexico relations.