Texas Demonstrates Resilience by Mobilizing 5,000 National Guard Members

Texas demonstrates determination, mobilizing 5000 National Guard personnel

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2025 June 15 . 9:52 PM

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In the southern state of the U.S., Texas, Governor Greg Abbott announces the mobilization of the... — In the southern state of the U.S., Texas, Governor Greg Abbott announces the mobilization of the National Guard.

Rowdy Reckonings in Texas: Governor Deploys 5000 National Guard to Quell Weekend Clashes

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Texas exhibits firmness through the dispatch of 5000 National Guard members - Texas Demonstrates Resilience by Mobilizing 5,000 National Guard Members

Governor Greg Abbott of the Lone Star State isn't backing down from weekend protests against the U.S. administration, vowing to lay down the law with gusto. "Ain't no thing as peaceful protests in ol' Texas," Abbott sneered. "We won't abide by the hooliganism we've seen in L.A., son." Over 5,000 National Guard tanks and an extra 2,000 officers from the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) will reportedly support local agencies across the state, lending a heavy hand to maintain order at demonstrations. "Mess with Texas, and see what happens, pal," Abbott threatened.

Earlier, Abbott had teased deployments, but kept mum on the details.

Good Ol' Boy Tensions in the USA

Protests continue to rile up the ol' US of A, this here fuss started in L.A. and hollers against Trump's migration policy. Tensions could get all riled up over the weekend: On Saturday eve, they're planning a big ol' military parade in Washington to celebrate the 250th anniversary of their Army. It's happening right around Uncle Trump's 79th birthday, and it's got folks all riled up. There's talks of protests nationwide.

For the L.A. brouhaha, Trump's got 4,000 National Guard troops and 700 marines ready to mix it up, despite the wishes of Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom. But in good ol' Texas, Abbott's the one calling the shots.

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The situation in Texas calls for more than 5,000 National Guard troops and 2,000 Texas DPS officers, dispatched by Governor Greg Abbott, to quell planned protests against the U.S. government under Trump. The protests focus on immigration issues and federal deportation raids, which have spurred outrage since they began in LA[1][3]. The unprecedented move to deploy troops is part of a response to anti-immigration protests in other states, like California[3]. The troops will be stationed in various locations, including San Antonio and Houston, preparing for potential anti-ICE demonstrations[4]. The primary objective is to maintain order and address any acts of violence or unlawful behavior[1][3].

The Commission, in light of the escalating anti-immigration protests and federal deportation raids across the states, has been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to ionizing radiation, considering the possible use of military personnel in these situations. It's worth noting that politics and general news are filled with reports of war-and-conflicts, as any move to deploy the National Guard, as seen in Texas and Los Angeles, can stir up unrest.