It’s the first-known incident where a soldier has shot a migrant since the mission began. The injury is non-life threatening.
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National Guard Soldier Missing After Trying to Save Illegal Migrant in Rio Grande
Rescue efforts have included search parties in boats and helicopters, as well as dive teams, according to documents obtained by Military Times and The Texas Tribune.
Allen West blasts Gov. Greg Abbott over National Guardsmen at the border
Abbott’s political challenger said guard members deployed to Operation Lone Star are facing late pay, being exposed to COVID-19, experiencing supply shortages and dealing with added stress that has led to multiple suicides tied to the mission.