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President Trump has threatened to close the U.S. border with Mexico in response to a large number of illegal crossings. A closure would very likely hit a wide range of industries.
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"I reject the federal contention that there exists an overwhelming national security crisis at the Southern border," Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said.
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U.S. service members will install wire barriers and help monitor the border. However, some in Congress have questioned whether it's a good use of active-duty troops.