2014-08-16 US: Texas gov sends National Guard to the Mexican border

===2014-08-16 US: Texas gov sends National Guard to the Mexican border===
Part of the ongoing problem of minors illegal immigrants on the one hand.
But more significantly: State forces are taking over a matter that is typically federal primary responsibility and authority. It also comes after armed "Civil Militias" announced that they are taking control of the border.

National Guard troops arrive at Texas border with Mexico

rt.com

Texas National Guard troops have started staking out positions along the state’s border with Mexico, as Governor Rick Perry aims to stem the flow of illegal immigrants into the United States.