Trump announces a national emergency at the southern border—here’s what it entails.

President Trump invoked presidential emergency powers to bypass Congress and access federal funding to address border security. On Monday, he declared a national emergency at the U.S.-Mexico border, enabling him to allocate funds for border wall construction and potentially deploy the military and National Guard.

This move mirrors a similar step from his first term when he circumvented Congress to secure billions of dollars for building a border wall.

Additionally, Trump authorized the military to assist the Border Patrol with logistical support, drone operations, and securing detention facilities.