A convoy calling itself the "Army of God" is assembling in Louisiana for its continuation to Texas. This is the third day of a two-week event to raise awareness of the crisis at the U.S.-Mexico border.
The self-proclaimed "Army of God" convoy is assembling in Louisiana for its onward journey to Texas. This is the third day of a two-week event to raise awareness of the crisis at the U.S.-Mexico border. Supporters came from all over the country, from New Jersey and Missouri to Georgia. The "Retake Our Frontiers** convoy" was greeted by dozens of people waving American flags and playing the national anthem in Jacksonville, Florida, earlier this week.
After a build-up in Denham Springs, Louisiana, the convoy will head to Ripin Springs, near Austin, Texas. After holding a rally there, organizers plan to split into two groups, one to Yuma, Arizona, and the other to Kemado, Texas.
Through their actions, they hope to express their indignation and concern about the growing problem of illegal border crossings along the U.S.-Mexico border. In the past month, the number of illegal border crossings in December hit a new monthly high. They also want to show support to Texas leaders as Texas faces a federal stance on border enforcement.
As Bruce Poppy said, they need to stick together and have their voices heard, which is a constitutional right. The event also reflects the intensifying battle between the Union and Texas over the border. The federal state was given an ultimatum to allow federal agencies to enter its jurisdiction, but it was denied. If the situation continues to deteriorate, legal action is not ruled out.
At the same time, lawmakers in Washington are pushing for a new border security agreement in response to the growing situation of illegal immigration. It would authorize Biden to close borders when the number of people crossing the border illegally exceeds 5,000 on any given day. The agreement also reflects the intense pressure on the federal government on border security.
The convoy is also scheduled to stop in Eagle Pass, Texas, and San Diego, California. Organizers say more people are expected to join the march across the U.S. in Texas and Arizona**.