“Potential civil war”: Texas residents warn as “Army of God” convoy aims to deter illegal migrants

Migrants were on the edge of the Rio Grande in Eagle Pass, Tex. on Saturday, surrounded by rows of concertina wire as National Guard soldiers patrolled the area on boats.

Eagle Pass has become a flashpoint in a dispute between the White House and Texas’ Republican Governor Greg Abbott over federal and state powers to deal with illegal immigration.

A vehicle convoy, reportedly calling themselves the "Take Our Border Back" convoy, carrying Americans opposed to illegal immigration arrived in the area on Friday night.

Participants plan to rally at three points near the U.S.-Mexico border on Saturday, with organizers saying the action will focus on peaceful protest and prayer.

Eagle Pass resident Jesse Fuentes warned of a "potential civil war" while speaking to residents on Friday.

"Political pundits, certain individuals, certain groups claiming to be an 'Army of God' are coming to our community to spread hate, and to spread dissension," Fuentes said.

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