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Texas asks DHS for reimbursement for border security costs
By Gabrielle Lopez at KVIA ABC-7
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
AUSTIN (KVIA) -- Texas Governor Greg Abbott on Wednesday that the state is asking the Department of Homeland Security for reimbursement for border security costs.
In March 2021, Gov. Abbott launched Operation Lone Star. Part of that border security effort included deploying National Guard sol...
Key takeaway He said the state spent more than $10 billion of taxpayer money to secure the border.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The request for reimbursement from the Department of Homeland Security has significant implications for El Paso taxpayers, who have shouldered a substantial portion of the financial burden for border security efforts. With over $10 billion spent by the state, the potential return of these funds could alleviate some of the pressure on local budgets. El Paso's unique position as a major border city means that it has been heavily impacted by the deployment of National Guard soldiers and Department of Public Safety troopers, as well as the construction of border barriers. If the reimbursement is successful, it could free up resources for other critical local needs, such as education and public safety initiatives. The outcome of this request will be closely watched by El Paso residents, who will be eager to see how the state's congressional delegation and federal agencies respond to the application.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? AUSTIN (KVIA) -- Texas Governor Greg Abbott on Wednesday that the state is asking the Department of Homeland Security for reimbursement for border security costs.
In March 2021, Gov. Abbott launched Operation Lone Star. Part of that border security effort included deploying National Guard sol...
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