I had an opportunity with several other Members to go to Laredo. Texas. to visit our border to see the border operations and to see the things that were happening there. I had a chance to run across Texas Army National Guard personnel who were attempting to not only work but work successfully with Border Patrol and other Customs and Immigration enforcement personnel. I wanted to draw attention to how important our National Guard has been from each of our States in protecting our borders. working on border security and doing those things that are necessary. This came as a result of a plan that happened with input from Congress. that happened through the great work that was done not only with the President but also with local Governors and people who are interested in doing this. I had a chance to go with the Honorable Jo BONNER from Alabama down to Laredo. And both he and I together had a chance to see firsthand how the Army National Guard worked with Border Patrol. We went out that night to see firsthand their needs. Mr.
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