2 Marines killed supporting border operations identified

2 Marines killed supporting border operations identified

Military officials have identified the two Marines from California who were killed supporting border operations.

Service members killed in border crash were California-based U.S. Marines

Two men killed last week during a border security mission in New Mexico were identified as Lance Cpl. Albert Aguilera, 22, and Lance Cpl. Marcelino Gamino, 28.

Defense Department Highlights Border Efforts, Leadership Reenlistment, and International Partnerships

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) took significant steps last week to strengthen national security, foster global alliances, and honor military service while mourning a tragic loss among its ranks. A transfer of approximately 170 square miles of federal land along the New Mexico-Mexico border was finalized under a National Security Presidential Memorandum signed by President Donald J. Trump. The transfer grants the U.S. mil…