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5-year anniversary of Operation Lone Star: nearly 540,000 apprehended

Texas’ border security operation marked five years in March, with officials reporting nearly 540,000 apprehensions since its start.

Published Mar 24, 2026, 3:36 PM EDT | WFMZZ

Operation Lone Star, Texas’ border security mission, reached its five-year anniversary in March. State officials report the program has resulted in nearly 540,000 apprehensions since it began.