• DoD Prioritizes 100% Border Control, Boosts Troop Deployment and Readiness for Peer Threats

  • Feb 14 2025
  • Length: 3 mins
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DoD Prioritizes 100% Border Control, Boosts Troop Deployment and Readiness for Peer Threats

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  • Welcome to this week's Department of Defense update. The most significant headline this week comes from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who emphasized that achieving 100% operational control of the southern border is the current administration's top priority. Speaking during his first visit to the border since taking office, Hegseth highlighted the surge of manpower and additional assets being deployed to support border security efforts[1].

    The Department of Defense has announced the deployment of 1,500 active-duty service members to the border, along with additional air and intelligence assets. This move is part of a broader effort to enforce border security, with cooperation from Mexico, including 10,000 Mexican troops patrolling the other side of the border. Hegseth noted that full control of the border means being able to surveil and interdict all illegal activities, both above and below ground, as well as by air and sea.

    In other news, the FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Act has been signed into law, allocating $895.2 billion in funding for the Department of Defense. This includes significant investments in research, development, and military construction projects. The act also addresses supply chain risks related to China, organizational conflicts of interest, and cybersecurity vulnerabilities[2].

    The Department of Defense has also been focusing on enhancing its readiness for large-scale combat operations against peer and near-peer threats. The Army's new doctrine, Field Manual 3-0, Operations, emphasizes the need for multi-domain operations that can simultaneously engage in all domains of war—land, maritime, air, space, and cyberspace[4].

    Looking ahead, the Department of Defense Inspector General has announced several audits and evaluations, including assessments of the DoD's Comply-to-Connect Program and U.S. Africa Command's crisis response capabilities[5].

    These developments have significant impacts on American citizens, businesses, and state and local governments. For instance, the increased focus on border security could lead to more stringent immigration policies and potentially affect businesses that rely on international trade.

    As Defense Secretary Hegseth noted, "Our mission is clear: 100% operational control of the border, and we're proud to do it." This commitment underscores the Department of Defense's role in ensuring national security and protecting American interests.

    For more information on these developments and to stay updated on the latest news from the Department of Defense, visit the official DoD website. If you have any feedback or concerns, you can also reach out to your local representatives or participate in public forums to engage with these issues.

    That's all for this week's update. Thank you for tuning in. Stay informed, and we'll see you next time.
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