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Texas governor touts Operation Lone Star success
AUSTIN, Texas — Law enforcement agencies across Texas have seized more than 622 million lethal doses of fentanyl – enough to kill every man, woman, and child in the United States, Mexico and Canada combined, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s office said Friday.
Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and the Texas National Guard continue to work together to secure the border; stop the smuggling of drugs, weapons and people into Texas; and prevent, detect and interdict transnational criminal activity between ports of entry, the release said.
Since the launch of Operation Lone Star, the multi-agency effort has led to more than 530,600 undocumented migrant apprehensions and more than 50,000 criminal arrests, with more than 43,000 felony charges.
Texas has decreased illegal crossings into the state by 87% because of its historic border security mission, Abbott’s office said.
“Fewer illegal crossings into Texas means fewer migrants to transport to sanctuary cities.”
Since the start of Texas’ transportation program, the state has transported:
Texas Governor Greg Abbott is celebrating the success of Operation Lone Star, a state-led mission to secure the border and combat illegal immigration. Since its launch in March, Operation Lone Star has resulted in over 1,500 criminal arrests, the seizure of more than 70 firearms, and the apprehension of thousands of pounds of drugs.
Governor Abbott praised the efforts of law enforcement officers and National Guard troops who have been working tirelessly to protect Texas communities from the dangers posed by illegal immigration. He also emphasized the importance of securing the border to prevent human trafficking, drug smuggling, and other criminal activities.
Operation Lone Star has been instrumental in reducing crime and enhancing public safety in Texas. Governor Abbott’s commitment to border security has been unwavering, and he continues to advocate for stricter immigration policies to protect the state’s residents.
As the operation continues to make progress, Governor Abbott remains dedicated to ensuring that Texas remains a safe and secure place for all its residents. Operation Lone Star is a testament to the governor’s strong leadership and his commitment to upholding the rule of law.
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