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Operational Control

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth meets with troops to assess the operational control of the U.S.-Mexico border, El Paso, Texas, Feb. 3, 2025.

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Credit: Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Alexander Kubitza, DOD VIRIN: 250203-D-PM193-2952.JPG

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