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“Abbott sends Texas National Guard troops to San Antonio ahead of protests,” San Antonio Express-News' Nancy M. Preyor-Johnson and Sig Christenson – “Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has deployed National Guard troops to San Antonio in advance of planned protests in the city against a Trump administration crackdown on undocumented immigrants.

The San Antonio Police Department said Chief William McManus contacted state officials Monday night seeking to confirm the presence of guardsmen in the city.

McManus "was able to confirm that Gov. Abbott deployed National Guard troops to San Antonio,” SAPD Assistant Chief Jesse Salame told the San Antonio Express-News.

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State officials provided no other details, Salame said.

Without mentioning San Antonio specifically, Abbott's press secretary, Andrew Mahaleris, told the Express-News that National Guard soldiers "are on standby in areas where mass demonstrations are planned in case they are needed.

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"Peaceful protests are part of the fabric of our nation, but Texas will not tolerate the lawlessness we have seen in Los Angeles," Mahaleris said in a statement Tuesday night. "Anyone engaging in acts of violence or damaging property will be swiftly held accountable to the full extent of the law."

Texas National Guard officials did not respond to a request for comment.

City leaders have scheduled a Wednesday morning news conference to discuss preparations for protests planned for Wednesday and Saturday evening in downtown San Antonio.

McManus, Mayor Ron Nirenberg and City Manager Erik Walsh will provide details on "the city's plan to support peaceful demonstrations while ensuring public safety," according to a news release. The news conference is scheduled for 9 a.m. Wednesday at City Hall.

Last week, there were protests outside City Hall and federal immigration court in San Antonio and at federal courthouses across the country, where federal agents have been arresting immigrants as they arrive for scheduled court appearances.

The Guard deployment in San Antonio comes amid nationwide demonstrations against immigration enforcement." SAEN ($)

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• TOP NEWS

“Dallas FBI task force snares 244 suspects during child sexual exploitation sting” DMN ($)

“TxDOT, five San Antonio businesses report data breaches” SAEN ($)

• #TXLEGE

“Texas’ GOP congressional delegation meets to discuss redrawing districts ahead of midterms” Texas Tribune

• LOCAL GOVERNMENT

“City attorneys bar Dallas police chief from speaking about immigration” DMN ($)

“Mayor-elect Gina Ortiz Jones taps campaign manager as chief of staff” SAEN ($)

• 2026

“Cornyn camp criticizes Paxton handling of harassment allegations against former deputies” DMN ($)

“Bexar County Judge Ron Rangel considers campaign run for DA” SAEN ($)

“Sen. Bryan Hughes says he won’t run for attorney general” KLTV

• BUSINESS NEWS

“Musk says Tesla’s robotaxi service to ‘tentatively’ launch in Austin on June 22” AP

“Is CenterPoint ready for hurricane season? CEO touts 'unprecedented' prep as Houston waits for proof” Hou Chron ($)

“Japanese, San Antonio firms teaming up to build $39.8M plant by Toyota” SAEN ($)

• NEWS FROM AROUND THE STATE

> TX TRIB: "With Rick Perry’s backing and $50 million from the state, Texas set to become a leader in psychedelics research" TX TRIB

> HOU CHRON: "Dan Crenshaw, once a Republican star, is now facing a growing list of challengers" HOU CHRON

> KXAN: "Hays County demands humane treatment, due process in federal immigration operations" KXAN

> DMN: "Southern Baptists endorse overturning Supreme Court ruling on gay marriage" DMN

> FWST: "Army recruiter accused of sex acts with teens met at school events, TX cops say" FWST

> THE TEXAN: "Expansion of Border Crime Landowner Compensation Program Awaits Abbott's Signature" THE TEXAN

> THE TEXAN: "Thomas Schoenbein Elected Mayor of Pasadena" THE TEXAN

> MRT: "EPA backs Texas bid to regulate Class VI carbon injection wells" MRT

> SA REPORT: "Texas lawmakers pushed bills aimed at illegal immigration. Here’s what passed and what failed." SA REPORT

> COMMUNITY IMPACT: "Georgetown ISD projects balanced budget, prepares to receive additional school funding" COMMUNITY IMPACT

> AAS: "Protesters hold anti-ICE rallies across Texas. See videos, images shared on social media" AAS

> THE TEXAN: "Texas Officials React to Anti-ICE Riots, Marines Deployed to Los Angeles" THE TEXAN

> THE TEXAN: "Reforms to University Governing Boards in Texas Await Governor's Signature" THE TEXAN

> DMN: "STAAR results: Texas high schoolers make gains in algebra, fall in English" DMN

> EP TIMES: "Wyler Aerial Tramway gets $7M boost, moves closer to reopening in El Paso" EP TIMES

> KXAN: "At least 13 arrested, 4 APD officers hurt after anti-ICE protest downtown" KXAN

> SA REPORT: "Judge Ron Rangel forms PAC ahead of high-profile Bexar County District Attorney race" SA REPORT

> KXAN: "Austin ISD parents rally outside TEA amid concerns over school turnaround plans" KXAN

> HOU CHRON: "Family of DJ Daniel asking for prayers as he remains in ICU after surgery" HOU CHRON

> HOU CHRON: "How Houston police are using a largely unregulated surveillance system" HOU CHRON

> HOU CHRON: "Astroworld tragedy doc debuts on Netflix as one family responds" HOU CHRON

> HOU CHRON: "Could LA-style clashes happen in Houston? History says yes." HOU CHRON

> FWST: "23-year-old man dies in two-car crash in Arlington, police say" FWST

> AAS: "When are STAAR results released 2025? How Texas high school students can check" AAS

> SA REPORT: "Choosing the right business structure: A smart start for Texas entrepreneurs" SA REPORT

• EXTRA POINTS

Last night's Texas sports scores:
> MLB: Texas 16, Minnesota 4
> MLB: Chicago (WS) 4, Houston 2

Tonight's Texas sports schedule:
> 6:40pm: MLB: Texas at Minnesota
> 7:10pm: MLB: Chicago (WS) at Houston
> 9pm: WNBA: Dallas at Phoenix

Tomorrow's Texas sports schedule:
> 6:40pm: MLB: Texas at Minnesota
> 7:10pm: MLB: Chicago (WS) at Houston
> 9pm: WNBA: Dallas at Phoenix

HOUSTON ASTROS: “Robert and Smith help the Chicago White Sox top the Houston Astros 4-2" AP

TEXAS RANGERS: "Higashioka has 5 RBIs, Carter and Langford each homer as Rangers beat Twins 16-4" AP

DALLAS COWBOYS: "While Dallas Cowboys tout attendance to open minicamp, more questions are created" DMN ($)

TEXAS FOOTBALL: "Texas football schedule: 5 important 2025 games for CFP hopes" AAS ($)

TEXAS FOOTBALL: "Lee Corso's final 'College Gameday' show to feature Texas" AAS ($)

DALLAS MAVERICKS: "Mavericks to play regular season game in Mexico City, this time against the Pistons" DMN ($)

DALLAS MAVERICKS: "Dallas Mavericks add to Jason Kidd’s coaching staff with hiring of longtime NBA assistant" DMN ($)

DALLAS MAVERICKS: "Mavericks coach Jason Kidd is a target for the Knicks, but is there mutual interest?" DMN ($)

DALLAS WINGS: "Paige Bueckers off Wings injury report, apparently set for return from 4-game absence" AP

FC DALLAS: "Dallas to terminate FC Dallas contract for MoneyGram Soccer Park to attract new team" DMN ($)