Abbott, Homan Serve Thanksgiving Meals at Border

On Thanksgiving Day, Texas Governor Greg Abbott and incoming U.S. Border Czar Tom Homan served meals to Texas National Guard soldiers and other law enforcement personnel involved in Operation Lone Star in Eagle Pass and Edinburg. They expressed gratitude for the service members' dedication to border security, with Abbott stating that their efforts are essential for Texas's sovereignty and safety. Homan emphasized the unprecedented success of Texas's border initiatives and declared the service members national heroes for their role in protecting the nation. The event received mixed reactions online, with supporters praising the gesture while critics questioned the lack of substantive solutions to border issues. Alongside Homan and Abbott, other officials, including National Border Patrol Council President Paul Perez, highlighted the critical importance of the work being done at the border. Overall, the Thanksgiving event served to boost morale among the troops and reinforce the state’s commitment to border security efforts.