How much training and how long is the training for border patrol? Just very quickly before they engage in border operations. So the academy itself, I believe it's about six months. … It's literally only hours, a few hours [of training for active duty military before border enforcement]. … dod, but I know based on my experience and over my career we've had DOD at the border ever since I can remember. (05:16–05:24)
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