Summary
President Trump's administration announced a plan to create a new militarized zone along the California-Mexico border. The plan involves transferring 760 acres of public land in San Diego and Imperial counties to the Navy over three years to enhance border security and national defense. This move is part of a broader strategy to reduce illegal immigration.
Key Facts
- A new militarized zone is being created along the U.S.-Mexico border in California.
- 760 acres of public land will be transferred to the Navy.
- The land transfer will occur over three years in San Diego and Imperial counties.
- The goal is to support border security operations and national defense.
- President Trump's executive order declared illegal immigration a national emergency.
- The administration has set up similar zones in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.
- Illegal border crossings are at their lowest point in decades.
- Critics argue this military role could impact democratic freedoms and legal rights.
