Texas Highlights Operation Lone Star as National Border Security Model
Governor Greg Abbott touts the state's border security efforts, citing reduced illegal crossings and increased arrests as a blueprint for federal policy under the incoming Trump administration.
- Operation Lone Star has resulted in over 527,600 illegal immigrant apprehensions and 49,000 criminal arrests since its launch in 2021.
- Texas law enforcement has seized over 573 million lethal doses of fentanyl as part of its border security efforts, addressing the ongoing opioid crisis.
- The state claims an 87% reduction in illegal border crossings, with strategies including physical barriers, drone surveillance, and multi-agency cooperation.
- Governor Abbott has transported tens of thousands of migrants to sanctuary cities, including New York City, Chicago, and Los Angeles, through a controversial relocation program.
- The initiative has faced legal challenges over measures like razor wire fences and floating barriers, but Abbott has secured recent court victories allowing their continued use.
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