USS Gravely Deployed to Gulf of America for Border Security Mission

The guided-missile destroyer, previously engaged in Middle East combat, is tasked with addressing maritime threats under President Trump's executive orders.

The USS Gravely, a Navy destroyer, is en route to the Gulf of America to enhance maritime security at the U.S.-Mexico border.
This marks the first deployment of a Navy destroyer to the region, traditionally patrolled by the Coast Guard, as part of a broader immigration crackdown.
The ship will operate under U.S. Northern Command and include a Coast Guard Law Enforcement Detachment for maritime law enforcement tasks.
The mission aims to address illegal seaborne immigration, drug trafficking, and other maritime threats while symbolizing a strengthened border security framework.
The Gravely's deployment follows its nine-month combat mission in the Middle East, showcasing its advanced capabilities in an unprecedented domestic role.