The Tren de Aragua gang is ramping up its attempts to breach the U.S.-Mexico border, using mob tactics to overpower security forces. A recent attack at the El Paso crossing highlights the gang’s aggressive strategy to infiltrate the U.S. before President-elect Donald Trump takes office.

According to a Texas Department of Public Safety memo, a group of gang members launched an assault on a border gate last week, overwhelming agents. Additional crossings are expected, with another large-scale attempt predicted for New Year’s Day.

Venezuelan Gang ,Tren de Aragua (TDA), attacks U.S. border.

They launched violent assaults on U.S. border personnel, military deployment is being considered to counter the escalating threat. pic.twitter.com/4nUxoaX5wm

— Resist Times (@resistupdates) December 31, 2024

Victor Avila, a former Homeland Security agent, described the gang’s actions as an existential threat to national security. “Their ideology is rooted in destruction, mirroring that of terrorist organizations,” Avila stated.

🚨 BREAKING: Before Trump takes office, the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua is staging a final, armed invasion of the Mexico:USA border.

Illegals attack Border Patrol with tire arms and knives every night at 3 am.

WHERE IS OUR MILITARY! pic.twitter.com/THdjuvhsGx

— ✝️ Dr Margaret Aranda Ferrante, MD PhD FACFEI ♿️ (@TheRebelPatient) December 31, 2024

Texas authorities have escalated defensive measures, deploying pepper balls and reinforcing National Guard units. An anonymous informant revealed that the gang is targeting National Guard troops, capitalizing on moments when agents are unavailable to assist.

We are being violently invaded by murderous foreign insurgents with intent to destroy our way of life. Only traitors would allow that to happen.
Thanks, Joe: Tren de Aragua Gang Members Wielding Blades, Tire Irons, Storming Border Crossings https://t.co/5KVsLcLKs9

— Wendy Sonlin (@WendySonlin) December 31, 2024

The attack is reminiscent of an incident last year when a mob of illegal immigrants attacked National Guard troops in El Paso. Despite the violence, many of those involved were released into the U.S., sparking criticism of border enforcement policies.

I sort of hope this is true. (Laughing) Tren de Aragua thinks they can stop the US Army from securing our border? They're hallucinating.

— Robert J. Thomas (@RobertJThomas1) December 31, 2024

The surge in organized crime at the border underscores the urgent need for comprehensive measures to secure U.S. sovereignty.