The 716th Military Police Battalion of the 101st Airborne Division has deployed from Fort Campbell, KY, to the U. S. southern border, as part of an initiative aimed at bolstering national security operations. Departing on January 25, 2025, the soldiers will integrate with existing military units to support the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) in managing border security. Lt.

Col. Phillip Mason expressed confidence in the battalion's readiness and commitment to protect American citizens as they undertake this mission. A significant patching ceremony preceded their departure, reinforcing the unit's historic legacy as the "Screaming Eagles. " The deployment is timely, coinciding with heightened concerns about border security in the nation. Soldiers will be involved in logistical, surveillance, and operational support to enhance border control efforts.

This collaboration underscores the military's vital role in addressing domestic security challenges. The 101st Airborne Division's storied history of responding to crises adds further significance to this mission, reflecting their motto: "Rendezvous with Destiny.