In a significant move, Texas Governor Greg Abbott has granted the National Guard sweeping new powers to arrest and detain individuals illegally entering the U.S. This authority, announced alongside an agreement with the Trump administration, comes as the state increases its border security efforts amid federal troop deployments. Over 400 soldiers have been deployed to assist federal immigration enforcement, with Abbott emphasizing the need to coordinate state resources with federal initiatives aimed at addressing the ongoing immigration crisis. The deployment and new powers have sparked local concerns, as the Texas National Guard, now empowered to conduct immigration arrests, takes a more active role in border security.