Texas Latino Democrat condemns GOP's immigration bills, sparking heated debate in state house

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The Texas House has approved a bill that would allow local and state peace officers to detain and remove individuals suspected of being in the country illegally. The bill's passage came after Republicans cut off debate on the legislation, prompting a passionate response from Democratic Representative Armando Walle, who criticized the GOP for not understanding the impact of their actions on the Latino community. Critics argue that the bill goes further than previous immigration laws and could lead to racial profiling and discrimination. The bill now moves to the state Senate.
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- Texas House deliberates on three bills to boost state's border authority KFOX El Paso
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