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El Paso soldier among 50 honored for border service
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk Dave Burge , as published by KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· July 27, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information about the ceremony and the medal recipients can be found through KTSM 9 News, including the specific medal that was awarded, the Mexican Border Defense Medal, to Sgt.
A ceremony took place in Washington to recognize service members. Fifty individuals received a medal for their work. Details about the event are limited, but it is known that a soldier from El Paso was among those honored.
The recognition was given for service related to the border. Further information about the ceremony and the medal recipients can be found through KTSM 9 News, including the specific medal that was awarded, the Mexican Border Defense Medal, to Sgt. 1st Class Cristian Hidalgo and 49 others by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on July 27, 2026.
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Category: local Published: July 27, 2026 Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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