Concern Over Using US Military to Help Border Enforcement
Initial migrant shelters are likely to be at Fort Bliss, Texas, with tent cities at two other bases in border states.
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Senators Want Mattis to Back Off Assigning JAGs to Immigration Cases
Three U.S. senators argue that sending JAGs to the Mexican border would add strain to an overloaded justice system.
Pentagon Awaits HHS Decision on Housing Migrant Children on Bases
The DoD is ready to work with the Department of Health and Human Services on the issue, a Pentagon spokesperson said.
Initial Border Deployments By the National Guard Could Cost $182M
The deployment along the U.S.-Mexico border is expected to cost about $182M a Pentagon spokeswoman said.
California Guard Troops Head to Mexican Border This Week
Their mission will focus on combating criminal gangs, human traffickers, and illegal firearm and drug smugglers.
California Governor Says Deal Reached on National Guard Mission
California reached an agreement with the federal government about the state's National Guard troops deploying to the border.
Will National Guard Troops at the Border Be Armed? It Depends
The National Guard soldiers and airmen deploying to the border between the United States and Mexico may be armed.
California Rejects Border Duties for National Guard Troops
California rejected the plans for National Guard troops at the border because the work is tied to immigration enforcement.
National Guard Gearing Up for Support Along Southern Border
While on the border, soldiers will not detain or arrest people. That will remain the sole duty of the Border Patrol.
While in Peru, Pence Briefs US Lawmakers on Syrian Strikes
Pence conferred late Friday with U.S. congressional leaders by telephone about the planned strike against Syria.
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Pentagon Slashes GI Bill Transfer Eligibility Window
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Sailors will have access to new physical training uniforms and safety boots this fall, leaders announced Wednesday.
Navy OKs Ponytails, Locks and Other Hairstyles for Female Sailors
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