Texas Border Bill SB4 Criminalizes Illegal Immigration, Gov. Abbott to Sign $1.5B Border Security Bills

The Texas Legislature has passed Senate Bill 4 (SB4), a controversial immigration enforcement law that criminalizes crossing the U.S.-Mexico border illegally and allows local and state law enforcement to arrest and charge suspects. While supporters argue that the law strengthens border security, critics argue that it could lead to racial profiling and infringe on federal jurisdiction over immigration. SB4 is expected to face legal challenges, with opponents calling on the U.S. Department of Justice to sue Texas. The likely legal battle could have national implications in an election year where immigration is a central issue.