Skip to main content

Gov. Greg Abbott to deploy 5,000 Texas National Guard to sites of planned immigration protests

Demonstrations against immigration raids began in Los Angeles last week and have spread across the country, including to Texas. More are planned this weekend.

Gov. Greg Abbott speaks to law enforcement officials during a Southern Border Coalition event in Austin on April 29, 2025.

🎇 Independence Day Sale 🎇 
Save $30 on TribFest
before the fireworks end!

Offer ends at midnight.

TribFest 2025 is presented by JPMorganChase
SAVE $30 ON TICKETS

Texans need truth. Help us report it.

Support independent Texas news

Become a member. Join today.

Donate now

Explore related story topics

Immigration Politics Greg Abbott Protests