[Ben Ficklin]

Well Pollyanna, Perry is doing this only because he is running for Prez. It allows him gain points with the rightwing extremists which he will need in the primary.

And it doesn't cost him anything since the taxpayers are paying for it.

The guard doesn't have the authority to deport. Or conduct immigration/deportation hearings. Or act as an administrative judge. The guard has no detention facilities to hold illegals nor do they have the residential holding facilities required to hold the young invaders.

But on the other hand, This will be a "feel good" effort and its almost like spitting in Obama's face.

But you may be disappointed when you hear the conditions that are imposed on these guardsmen.

And not doubt many of the guardsmen will be disappointed that they have to leave their family, job, career to be Perry's campaign tool.

[NCLaw441]

Ben, perhaps Perry can take “executive action” as governor (a la Obama) and grant the National Guard some additional powers to take care of the issue.

[Enterprise]

Pollyanna I am NOT! I will withhold judgement regarding whether or not this is just a feel good effort.