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Originally Published 6 months ago — by ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
A suspect, Ryan Louis Mosqueda, opened fire at the U.S. Border Patrol building in McAllen, Texas, but was shot and killed by authorities. Two officers and a Border Patrol employee were injured, and all flights at nearby McAllen International Airport were delayed. The motive remains unknown.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC News
The Biden administration has requested the Supreme Court to permit Border Patrol agents to cut or move razor wire installed by Texas on the U.S.-Mexico border. Texas Governor Gregg Abbott's initiative, which includes the wire installation, aims to curb illegal immigration but has led to conflicts with federal authorities. The administration argues that the wire hinders agents from performing their duties, while Texas sued the agents for trespassing and property damage. A federal judge ruled against Texas, but the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals sided with the state, leading to the current appeal to the Supreme Court.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
The Biden administration has requested the Supreme Court to permit the US Border Patrol to remove razor wire installed by Texas on the US-Mexico border, challenging a federal appeals court's decision that halted the practice. The Justice Department argues that Border Patrol agents have the legal authority to access land near the border to enforce immigration laws and ensure public safety. The dispute highlights ongoing tensions between the federal government and Texas over border security and immigration management.