The bill would require border checkpoints to host naturalization ceremonies. The soldier was charged with statutory rape, two counts of sodomy with a girl under 16 but over 12 and enticing a child for an immoral purpose. Detectives allege the veteran was struck by the front of the Toyota and dragged more than 50 feet. House Democrats want federal officials to drop the idea, and are considering legislation to force a change. Both immigration and Mexico itself were perceived as relatively small threats compared to more pressing concerns like cyberterrorism, Russia and China. By Joshua Axelrod
5 years ago No specific numbers were provided, but DoD confirmed large additional deployment to occur. By Tara Copp, AP
5 years ago The UCMJ offers protections for refusing an order — if it is unlawful. By Tara Copp, AP
5 years ago The National Guardsman was arrested Nov. 10 near San Diego when his car was stopped just north of the U.S.-Mexico border. An estimated 200 armed militia members are on the border and have stolen troops' gear in the past, DoD documents show. By Tara Copp, AP
5 years ago Some of the troops will be armed but operate with specific rules of engagement, NORTHCOM says. By Tara Copp, AP
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