Posted on 07/28/2014 9:59:55 AM PDT by humblegunner
This past weekend, 7/26 and 7/27, Jim & Chris Robinson, Syncro & I met up near
McAllen, Texas to observe first-hand the situation at the border along the Rio Grande.
My report is as follows:
Border Patrol Station Operations:
Friday and Saturday we set about observation of the McAllen Border Patrol Station
at 3000 West Military Hwy. Buses were indeed seen leaving at intervals throughout the day.
It was mentioned on this thread that a warehouse was being used to stage illegals
for transport elsewhere. Its location had been reported as 3700 W. Ursula Ave
(Thanks to Buckeye Texan here). In fact, Buckeye was feeding us intel
throughout the day on a variety of goings-on.
Located just Northwest of the Border Patrol Station, we had a look at the facility.
Note that there are numerous unmarked new vans in evidence, as well as new slats
in the chain link fence to block observation of operations inside. There did not
appear to be much security in evidence nor were any movements in or out seen.
They may be conducting their bus operations at night, or this could simply be
a red herring to draw attention away from the actual transfer point.
The facility did not give the appearance of being particularly well secured.
The FReep:
Both Friday and Saturday we set up Jim's RV across from the Border Patrol Station
to protest the distribution of illegals as opposed to summary deportation.
Syncro & Jim, the Bolinas Border Patrol:
Chris & Jim:
Looks like Jim isn't too keen on Obamacare:
We got lots of honks in support, and only a couple of fingers.
Most gratifying were the honks from the Border Patrol agents themselves.
The Camp:
We were able to set up camp at one of the Border Patrol's staging areas for
boat launching and observation. We were asked not to say specifically where.
The Bolinas Border Patrol arrives at the river:
The Patrol had a mobile observation post set up there. Its basically a
high-tech deer stand on a trailer and will raise up to about 25 feet.
It has a generator, communication gear and night vision capabilities.
I thought it was pretty cool.. I want one!
Jim has this section of the border covered:
The Border Patrol ran boat launching and loading operations in continuous
shifts. These guys had it down, too.. they could launch a boat out of there
in about 5 minutes flat. The Patrol guys were very professional and efficient.
We've read reports about the Patrol being pushed back 40 miles from the border.
Maybe somewhere, but not in the Rio Grande valley. And they weren't carrying
diapers and baby bottles either. More like M-4 Carbines with 30 round magazines.
Flying the flag at the border:
Best news I've heard all day!
Seen it with m’own eyes, several times a day at shift change.
True story.
Thanks for being there Jim and thanks for the pictures humble!
Carrol Quigley’s book.
You said it Brother.
Tx is doing her part.
It is the Federal Gov that is the problem.
Hell to the yeah.
BTW, yall would have seen more activity had you not parked by the BP station.
While not beyond imagination to sneak in at the BP station it is unlikely.
Still sometimes that’s just the ticket.
Who would think you do it right under our nose?
Tx has been at this for a very long time, and all we get is crap from the malcontents.
Sheriff Joe in AZ has been taken to court several times for his tent jail, he has won by comparing it to the way military is housed when necessary. Texas should be able to do the same...
GMTA
Besides, having met Humblegunner, I know him to be a fine dude.
Jim I am heartsick that Texas Freepers did’t go stand with you. If there was any way possible I would have been there with you and the boys.
http://www.chron.com/news/local/article/Photos-show-border-militias-moving-across-Texas-5647487.php
The Texas militia’s operation names, according to Rogers, are: Bolinas Border Patrol, Central Valley Militia, Independant Citizens Militia, Alpha Team, Bravo Team, FOB Harmony, Operation Secure Our Border: Laredo Sector, O’Shanessy’s Team, the 77’s and Camp Geronimo.
*snort*
Thank you, guys, for representing us Freepers and every patriotic American. Much appreciated!
If true, that is frikken awesome news, and will make me do a thorough readjustment of my opinion of Governor Perry.
I'll give that some thought, right enough.
I hope you do. I'll excerpt your scribbles and post 'em here like crazy! LOL
Sorry, Humble, but you know I couldn't resist :-) Y'all did an outstanding job down there. Thank you very much.
Glad to see you all enjoying the “FREEP”.
I am sure I am not the only one thankful for your going with Jim and Syncro but heartfelt thanks from me!
I can’t believe I forgot to mention Chris.
Sorry Chris!
NO BLOG FOR YOU!!! :-)
Ironically, because this Republic depends on brave, self-motivated folk such as you for its very existence, it is attractive (see: President Reagan, 'City on a Hill') to all manner of folk elsewhere who know in their heart and gut that there must be something better that they can aspire to.
Let's hope, if they end up here, those folk take after you and not after bureaucrats such as the Resident.
Y’all see any of he DPS river patrol boats? The ones with the machine gun mounts, with armor protections for the gunner?
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