WASHINGTON, D.C. December 15, 2025 – In a video shared by the official White House Rapid Response account, President Donald Trump announced plans to award a new military decoration, the **Mexican Border Defense Medal**, to U.S. service members in recognition of their role in securing the nation’s southern border.
Speaking in a formal setting surrounded by military officers and American flags, the President stated:
> “Today, we’re here to honor our military men and women for their central role in the protection of our border… In a few moments, we’ll officially recognize their service by awarding them the Mexican Border Defense Medal.”
The clip, posted on X (formerly Twitter) on December 15, appears to depict a ceremonial event honoring troops involved in border security operations. The announcement aligns with the Trump administration’s emphasis on immigration enforcement and military support for domestic border protection efforts.
This new medal would formally acknowledge the contributions of personnel deployed under various border security initiatives. Details on eligibility criteria, design, and the timeline for the first awards have not yet been released by the Department of Defense.
The video quickly garnered attention on social media, with supporters praising the recognition of military service in border protection, while critics debated the politicization of military honors.
The announcement comes amid ongoing discussions about military roles in homeland security and follows President Trump’s recent attendance at the Army-Navy football game, where he participated in the ceremonial coin toss and received cheers from cadets and midshipmen.
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