Latest "U.S. Mexico border" stories

Afghan soldier sought asylum in U.S. and was arrested at Texas border

After risking his life to fight alongside U.S. troops and a harrowing journey to escape the Taliban only to be arrested at the Texas border.

By Allison P. Erickson

2 months ago

Idaho governor, lieutenant spar over National Guard deployment to US-Mexico border

The maneuvering of Idaho’s top leaders came while Little was in Texas meeting with nine other Republican governors over concerns on how President Joe Biden is handling border issues.

16 months ago

540 additional troops to deploy to U.S.-Mexico border over COVID-19 concerns

Lt. Gen. Laura Richardson, the commander of U.S. Army North, explained to reporters that the additional 540 U.S. troops would help Border Patrol with newly granted authorities. Those new authorities allow Border Patrol agents to apprehend and immediately return migrants potentially infected with COVID-19.

By Shawn Snow

3 years ago

Two Marines arrested, face charges for allegedly smuggling undocumented immigrants for ‘financial gain’

One Marine told Border Patrol agents he was asked if he wanted to make $1,000 to transport an illegal alien.

By Shawn Snow

4 years ago

Top Marine says border mission has actually improved readiness for some units

Some units, like aviation, increased readiness as a result of the deployment to the U.S.-Mexico border.

By Shawn Snow

4 years ago

Hundreds more active-duty troops may be sent to US-Mexico border

The mission is separate from President Donald Trump’s campaign to build a border wall, officials say.

By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press

4 years ago