Trump finally declares war on the border crisis, authorizing military to seize control of federal lands and detain invaders who dare to cross.
At a Glance
- President Trump issued a decisive memorandum directing the U.S. military to take direct control of securing the southern border
- Federal lands along the border will be designated as “National Defense Areas” under military jurisdiction
- The plan converts a 60-foot-wide strip along the Mexican border into a military installation
- Military personnel will be authorized to detain migrants for trespassing before handing them over to Border Patrol
- Implementation begins in limited sectors with potential expansion after a 45-day assessment period
America’s Borders Finally Under Military Protection
After years of watching our southern border become a welcome mat for illegal aliens, drug cartels, and human traffickers, President Trump has finally taken the gloves off. In a bold move that has border security advocates cheering, Trump issued a National Security Presidential Memorandum that fundamentally transforms how we defend our nation from invasion. The directive, backed by Executive Order 14167, assigns the U.S. Armed Forces the critical mission of “sealing the southern border of the United States and repelling invasions” – language that finally acknowledges what’s actually happening instead of sugarcoating a catastrophic crisis.
The plan ingeniously converts the 60-foot-wide Roosevelt Reservation – a strip of federal land running along the Mexican border through California, Arizona, and New Mexico – into an official military installation under Department of Defense control. This brilliant strategic maneuver allows our military personnel to temporarily detain migrants for trespassing on federal land before turning them over to Border Patrol for processing. It’s the kind of common-sense approach that should have been implemented years ago, but better late than never.
Military Muscle Behind Border Security
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, one of the few cabinet members who actually understands the existential threat posed by an open border, didn’t mince words when supporting the directive. He made it crystal clear where he stands on the issue with a statement that should be emblazoned on billboards across America.
“Border security is national security.” said Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
The memorandum authorizes the use of federal lands for critical military operations including the construction of physical barriers, installation of surveillance equipment, and establishment of control points. These areas can now be officially designated as “National Defense Areas” with full jurisdictional transfer to the Department of Defense. What’s particularly refreshing is that the implementation isn’t some vague future promise – it begins immediately in a limited border sector with a 45-day assessment period before potential expansion under the Secretary of Defense’s discretion.
Leftist Handwringing Over Common Sense
Predictably, the usual suspects are having conniptions over the prospect of actually enforcing our immigration laws. The left is already clutching pearls about potential conflicts with laws limiting the use of federal troops for domestic law enforcement. But the directive is carefully crafted to work within existing legal frameworks – military members will stop individuals crossing into the military installation but won’t make immigration arrests. Instead, they’ll detain trespassers until Border Patrol arrives to handle the formal immigration process.
“The DOD is not only willing to—it’s proud to—partner with DHS to defend the sovereignty of our southern border and advance that mission.” said Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
What the hand-wringers fail to understand is that America’s patience has worn thin. After years of watching millions pour across our borders with no consequences, taxpayers are fed up with funding the world’s most generous open-door policy while our own citizens struggle with inflation, housing costs, and strained public services. The memorandum acknowledges what we all know to be true – the southern border faces multiple threats that demand a direct military response to protect our sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Finally, A President Who Keeps His Promises
During his campaign, Trump promised to end the border crisis, and unlike his predecessor, he’s wasting no time delivering results. The directive represents a comprehensive approach involving cooperation between the Secretaries of Defense, Interior, Agriculture, and Homeland Security. Military personnel will follow established rules of force, with the option to involve the National Guard if needed. The message to potential border crossers couldn’t be clearer – America’s welcome mat has been replaced by a military checkpoint.
For too long, we’ve watched our sovereignty erode one illegal crossing at a time. Our communities have been overwhelmed, our resources stretched thin, and our patience tested beyond reason. With this memorandum, President Trump has done what leaders throughout history have always done when their nation faces invasion – he’s called in the military. It’s a testament to how far we’ve fallen that such a basic act of national self-preservation is considered controversial. The only question that remains is: what took so long?
