Incoming border czar Tom Homan is set to join forces with Texas Governor Greg Abbott in a key border area in Texas, where they will serve meals to troops stationed there over Thanksgiving. This event is expected to mark the beginning of significant cooperation between the Trump administration and Abbott’s team in the coming year.
Homan, who was appointed as the “border czar” by President-elect Trump, will be present at Eagle Pass, Texas, to greet and serve meals to Texas National Guard soldiers and Texas Department of Public Safety troopers. Trump praised Homan, stating, “I’ve known Tom for a long time, and there is nobody better at policing and controlling our Borders. Likewise, Tom Homan will be in charge of all Deportation of Illegal Aliens back to their Country of Origin. Congratulations to Tom. I have no doubt he will do a fantastic, and long-awaited job.”
As a former acting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) director, Homan is expected to play a crucial role in the mass deportation operation planned by the incoming administration. Abbott, a Republican governor, has been at odds with the Biden administration over border security, with Texas facing the brunt of the historic migrant crisis at the southern border.
Abbott has taken proactive measures to address the border situation, including bussing migrants to “sanctuary” cities, building a state border wall, setting up buoys in the Rio Grande, and deploying troops for additional border security. The governor’s efforts have led to a significant decrease in illegal crossings in Texas.
Homan expressed his admiration for Abbott’s work, stating that the incoming administration is already planning to enhance border security in Texas. He commended Abbott for implementing Trump’s policies effectively and pledged to work together to achieve 100% security on the border.
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Abbott recently announced the installation of more buoy barriers in the Rio Grande as part of Texas’s ongoing border security mission. He emphasized the state’s commitment to stopping illegal entry and safeguarding the nation.
In a show of gratitude, Abbott thanked the incoming administration and highlighted the role Homan will play in enforcing border laws and restoring order. The partnership between Homan and Abbott signifies a united effort to address border security challenges and uphold the rule of law.
As the border situation continues to evolve, the collaboration between federal and state authorities will be crucial in ensuring a secure and orderly border. Homan’s appointment as the border czar signals a renewed focus on immigration and border security issues, with both the Trump administration and Abbott’s team working towards a common goal of protecting the nation’s borders.
