Summary
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has started a security operation in response to increased violence by Mexican cartels. The plan involves sending more Texas Department of Public Safety officers to the border to prevent criminal activities from spreading into Texas. This follows the death of a major cartel leader in Mexico, which has led to further violence in the region.
Key Facts
- Governor Greg Abbott announced a new security operation for Texas.
- The Texas Department of Public Safety is sending more personnel to the border area.
- Units involved include the Texas Rangers, Criminal Investigations Division, and Special Operations Group.
- The operation aims to catch criminals and stop transnational crime from affecting Texas.
- Texas will also increase its marine and aircraft operations at the border.
- Additional staff will monitor social media for suspicious activities.
- The operation was launched after Mexican soldiers killed a cartel leader, El Mencho.
- Increased cartel violence in Mexico has affected several Mexican states and travel.
