In a significant move aimed at enhancing security and addressing illegal crossings, the Trump administration has authorized the U.S. military to take control of federal land along the southern border with Mexico. Secretary of the Interior announced the transfer of over 110,000 acres to the Army, which will manage the land as a military zone. This directive raises questions about military authority and environmental protections. Troops have begun arriving at the border to support enforcement efforts, as the administration pushes for a stronger military presence amidst declining migrant crossings. Local officials and lawmakers have expressed concern over these developments, marking a controversial chapter in U.S. border security policy.