Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, a Republican, has ordered state National Guard troops to assist local law enforcement departments in cleaning up the state’s capital city.
Abbott announced on Tuesday that the joint effort over the first week has cleared out 48 encampments around the city and nearby areas.
In addition, Abbott said 24 repeat felony offenders had been arrested, and another 10 individuals had outstanding warrants. The sweep also resulted in the confiscation of 125 grams of narcotics.
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