Cartel Fires at U.S. Coast Guard in Rio Grande
U.S. Coast Guard vessel under fire by suspected cartel members near Rio Grande. Troops deployed to secure border.
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U.S. Coast Guard personnel were fired upon by suspected cartel members near the Rio Grande River in Texas, according to a statement from the Coast Guard. The incident occurred on September 26 while Coast Guard Forces Rio Grande conducted joint interdiction operations with federal partners. No injuries or damage were reported, and the Coast Guard emphasized its ongoing collaboration with the Department of War, the U.S. Border Patrol, and the Texas Military Department to secure the border and protect American citizens.
NewsNation reports that approximately 500 troops are being deployed to the area of the Rio Grande where the Coast Guard vessel came under fire. While the exact composition of the troops — whether National Guard or active duty — was not specified, operations in the region are linked to the U.S. Army. The Coast Guard reiterated its commitment to a layered, integrated approach to combat illicit activity and safeguard its personnel and the communities it serves.
The incident marks a shift in border security dynamics, with criminal networks allegedly targeting border guards. Last month, a caravan of illegal aliens began a journey from Honduras to the U.S. border, prompting concerns about increased cartel activity. Some speculate that these groups may be reacting to political uncertainty, possibly assuming Democrats will win the midterms and exploit the resulting chaos.
#BREAKING Law enforcement sources confirm that roughly 500 troops are deploying this week to Texas’ Rio Grande Valley —Being dropped onto islands by chinook helicopters. It comes after suspected cartel members shot at a USCG vessel near Roma over the weekend—The coast guard… pic.twitter.com/xApDsX2RKw
The Coast Guard statement noted that the circumstances surrounding the incident are still under investigation. It emphasized that threats to its members and partners are taken extremely seriously. The agency continues to work with federal partners to disrupt illicit activity and secure the border.
NEW: “There has been a slight uptick in those coming across the border… @GregAbbott_TX says #OperationLoneStar continues to be in effect as they continue to monitor “challenges” which includes the caravan down in southern Mexico. https://t.co/KRmReU55Vq
Experts and officials have called for swift action to address the emerging threat, with hopes that the Trump administration and Texas can respond effectively. The situation underscores the ongoing challenges in border security and the need for a coordinated response to criminal networks operating along the U.S. southern border.
Source: PJ Media
