Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) joined Laredo Mayor Victor Treviño at Laredo City Hall to provide an update on how the Department of Defense continues to support South Texas border security efforts.

As a senior member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense and Homeland Security, Congressman Cuellar has worked to secure resources and oversight for border security. Last Friday, Congressman Cuellar toured a Stryker battalion in Laredo alongside Mayor Treviño, U.S. Border Patrol, and Army leadership to see firsthand how these advanced vehicles bolster border security operations in the region.

Stryker units remain stationed in Laredo, equipped with high-resolution cameras, thermal-imaging technology, and advanced drone-detection systems. These assets help secure high-vegetation areas along the riverbanks, where smugglers exploit dense brush and use drones to evade traditional ground patrols.

During the press conference, Congressman Cuellar also highlighted ongoing coordination between the Department of Defense, Border Patrol, and local law enforcement to secure the border.

This deployment remains a targeted effort focused on perimeter detection, not direct enforcement, and is designed to keep our neighborhoods safe by reducing cartel-drone incursions, illegal crossings, stash houses, and high-speed car chases. Congressman Cuellar remains deeply committed to protecting South Texas families and ensuring that all operations prioritize the safety and well-being of the community.

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