Austin News

Governor Greg Abbott and former President Donald J. Trump joined forces to express their gratitude and serve Thanksgiving meals to over 240 Texas National Guard soldiers, Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) troopers, and other service members stationed on the border for Operation Lone Star (OLS) in Edinburg.

Governor Abbott expressed his appreciation for the dedication and sacrifice of the service members, stating, "Texas is forever grateful for our brave service members who work day and night to protect and defend our state and our nation. I am proud to be with President Trump here today to thank the thousands of Texas National Guard soldiers and DPS troopers who are stationed along the border for Operation Lone Star to respond to President Biden's border crisis. This Thanksgiving, as they are away from their families and loved ones, may we remember the sacrifices these brave men and women in uniform make every day to ensure the safety and security of all Texans and Americans."

The Governor and President Trump were joined by several dignitaries, including DPS Director Steve McCraw, Adjutant General of Texas Major General Thomas Suelzer, Texas Division of Emergency Management Chief Nim Kidd, DPS Officers Association President Richard L. Jankovsky, Texas Border Czar Banks, and National Border Patrol Council President Brandon Judd. Together, they expressed their gratitude and admiration for the tireless work and around-the-clock efforts of the OLS service members to secure the border and keep Texans and Americans safe.

Prior to serving meals with President Trump, Governor Abbott received a briefing on the vehicles and border security assets deployed by Texas for Operation Lone Star. These measures aim to stem the flow of illegal immigration, deadly drugs such as fentanyl, and dangerous weapons entering Texas from Mexico.

The joint effort between Governor Abbott and former President Trump serves as a symbol of appreciation and support for the service members who sacrifice their time with loved ones to ensure the safety and security of the state and the nation.

For additional details, please follow this link: https://gov.texas.gov/news/post/governor-abbott-president-trump-serve-thanksgiving-meals-to-operation-lone-star-service-members-in-edinburg