The Tren de Aragua gang has intensified its efforts to infiltrate the U.S. through violent mob actions at the southern border. A recent attack in El Paso, Texas underscores the gang’s determination to push members into the country before President-elect Donald Trump’s policies take effect.
A Texas Department of Public Safety memo revealed that armed gang members stormed a border gate last week, overwhelming agents in a coordinated assault. Additional crossings are expected on New Year’s Day, with the gang exploiting the remaining days of lenient enforcement.
Venezuelan Gang ,Tren de Aragua (TDA), attacks U.S. border.
They launched violent assaults on U.S. border personnel, military deployment is being considered to counter the escalating threat. pic.twitter.com/4nUxoaX5wm
— Resist Times (@resistupdates) December 31, 2024
Former Homeland Security Investigations agent Victor Avila described TdA’s actions as “terrorist-like.” He noted their broader goal of destabilizing U.S. communities and institutions. “They’re not just criminals; their ideology is one of destruction,” Avila warned.
🚨 BREAKING: Before Trump takes office, the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua is staging a final, armed invasion of the Mexico:USA border.
Illegals attack Border Patrol with tire arms and knives every night at 3 am.
WHERE IS OUR MILITARY! pic.twitter.com/THdjuvhsGx
— ✝️ Dr Margaret Aranda Ferrante, MD PhD FACFEI ♿️ (@TheRebelPatient) December 31, 2024
Texas officials have taken steps to counter the gang’s activities, deploying non-lethal measures like pepper balls and increasing security patrols. Still, an anonymous source reported that the gang has been targeting National Guard troops, especially when agents are unavailable to assist.
We are being violently invaded by murderous foreign insurgents with intent to destroy our way of life. Only traitors would allow that to happen.
Thanks, Joe: Tren de Aragua Gang Members Wielding Blades, Tire Irons, Storming Border Crossings https://t.co/5KVsLcLKs9— Wendy Sonlin (@WendySonlin) December 31, 2024
This recent wave of violence mirrors an incident last year when a mob attacked National Guard troops in El Paso. Many participants were later released into the U.S., raising questions about the adequacy of current border policies.
I sort of hope this is true. (Laughing) Tren de Aragua thinks they can stop the US Army from securing our border? They're hallucinating.
— Robert J. Thomas (@RobertJThomas1) December 31, 2024
The Tren de Aragua’s actions signal a growing challenge for U.S. authorities as organized crime seeks to exploit vulnerabilities at the border.
