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crime1 year ago

Texas National Guard Member Arrested for Migrant Smuggling and High-Speed Chase

A 26-year-old Texas National Guard member, Savion Johnson, was arrested and charged with human smuggling after leading law enforcement on a high-speed chase near the Texas-Mexico border. Johnson, who was on active duty with Operation Lone Star, allegedly attempted to evade a checkpoint and led authorities on a pursuit, during which a migrant fled from his vehicle. He was charged with evading arrest, smuggling of persons, and unlawful carry of a weapon, and the investigation is ongoing. Governor Greg Abbott's spokesperson called Johnson a "traitor and criminal" and stated that he may face a mandatory minimum prison sentence of at least 10 years if found guilty.

via CNN|
#crime#high-speed-chase#human-smuggling
tragic-accident1 year ago

"Fatal Helicopter Crash Claims Lives of 2 Soldiers and Border Patrol Agent Near Texas-Mexico Border"

Two U.S. National Guard members and a Border Patrol agent were killed, and a soldier was injured, in a helicopter crash near Rio Grande City, Texas, while conducting aviation operations at the Southwest border. The cause of the crash is under investigation, and the names of the deceased have not been released. Officials and politicians have expressed condolences and sorrow over the tragic loss.

via NBC News|
#border-patrol#helicopter-crash#investigation
politics1 year ago

"Trump Considers Texas Governor Abbott for Vice President"

During a visit to the Texas-Mexico border, Donald Trump stated that Texas Governor Greg Abbott is "absolutely" on his short list of potential vice presidential candidates for the 2024 election. Abbott downplayed his interest in the role, emphasizing his commitment to Texas. Trump also mentioned U.S. Sen. Tim Scott as another potential candidate. The two men toured the border, with Trump praising Abbott's aggressive border and immigration policies. Meanwhile, Democrats criticized Abbott's policies as political opportunism, and President Biden called for bipartisan border security legislation.

via The Texas Tribune|
#donald-trump#greg-abbott#immigration
crime1 year ago

FBI Thwarts Militia Plot to Attack Texas-Mexico Border

The FBI disrupted a plot by three men, two of whom claimed to be part of a militia, to travel to the Texas-Mexico border to kill Border Patrol agents and immigrants crossing illegally, believing the country was being invaded. The men face various federal charges, including conspiracy to murder a federal officer and possession of unregistered firearms. They had been organizing the plot since 2022 and planned to carry it out in October 2023. The men expressed their intentions to start a war at the border and had grievances with the federal government. The arrests come amid heightened rhetoric about the border, with Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and other Republican leaders using language that has been criticized for potentially inspiring violence against immigrants.

via The Texas Tribune|
#arrest#crime#fbi
politics1 year ago

"Texas Governor Abbott Stands Firm at Border Amid Escalating Migrant Tactics Standoff"

Gov. Greg Abbott defends Texas' enforcement at the border, claiming the Biden administration has failed to enforce immigration law, as he doubles down on efforts to deter illegal immigration in Eagle Pass. Flanked by visiting Republican governors, Abbott railed against President Biden's handling of the southern border and recommitted to defending the state from an "invasion" of migrants, while facing an escalating legal battle with the federal government over control of part of the Texas-Mexico border. Republican governors have rallied behind Abbott's methods, while an escalating border standoff continues between Texas and the federal government.

via The Texas Tribune|
#greg-abbott#immigration#legal-battle
politics1 year ago

"Far-right Trump supporters rally in Texas against migrant crossings, blending politics and religion"

A convoy rally on the Texas-Mexico border attracted Trump supporters denouncing illegal immigration, with flags and signs supporting Trump and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott. The event, initially billed as a 700,000-truck convoy, drew around 200 vehicles. Attendees expressed concerns about border security and clashed with a small group of demonstrators. Some criticized anti-immigration rhetoric from Trump and Abbott, while others supported their stance. The rally also attracted counter-protesters and faith leaders advocating against Christian nationalist ideas and potential violence.

via NBC News|
#border-rally#christian-nationalism#illegal-immigration
politics1 year ago

"Far-right Convoy Approaches Southern Border in Protest of Migrant Crisis"

A far-right "Take Our Border Back" convoy, involving over 200 vehicles, is heading to the Texas-Mexico border to support the state's standoff against the federal government over the migrant crisis. The convoy's organizers have pledged peaceful intentions, but concerns have been raised about potential violence due to the involvement of extremist groups and speakers promoting xenophobic and conspiratorial rhetoric. Border Patrol has taken precautionary measures, moving migrants away from a holding facility near Eagle Pass, and monitoring the situation closely amid fears of violence against immigrant communities. The convoy's arrival has sparked discussions among extremist groups and militias, with rallies planned in Arizona and California as well.

via CBS News|
#border-patrol#extremist-groups#far-right-convoy
politics1 year ago

"Texas Prepares for Showdown: Border Crisis and Supreme Court Battle Loom"

Legal experts predict that the constitutional standoff between Texas Governor Greg Abbott and the Biden administration over the Texas-Mexico border will likely return to the Supreme Court, with the court potentially siding with Texas in its quest to usurp federal authority. The dispute arose after the Supreme Court overturned an injunction blocking the removal of razor wire at the border, ordered by Abbott. Despite the previous ruling going against Abbott, experts believe the case will come back to the Supreme Court, where Chief Justice John Roberts and Justice Amy Coney Barrett may play key roles in the final decision.

via Newsweek|
#constitutional-standoff#greg-abbott#joe-biden
politicssocial-issues1 year ago

"Challenges and Controversy Surround 'Take Back Our Border' Convoy to Texas"

The "God's army" convoy aiming to stop migrants from crossing the Texas-Mexico border faced setbacks including slashed tires, a last-minute meeting point change, and internal disputes. Despite aspirations of mobilizing tens of thousands of trucks, only around 20 vehicles gathered in Norfolk, Virginia. One participant was exiled from the convoy, and the group's plans to confront migrants and secure the border remain unclear amidst unprecedented migration rates.

via Business Insider|
#border-security#convoy#gods-army
politics2 years ago

"Supreme Court Permits Removal of Razor Wire from US-Mexico Border"

The Supreme Court, in a 5-4 vote, has allowed Border Patrol agents to resume cutting razor wire installed by Texas along the U.S.-Mexico border, despite ongoing legal disputes. The Biden administration argued that the wire impedes border patrol efforts and endangers migrants, while Texas Governor Greg Abbott has defended the measures as necessary for border security. The decision comes amidst escalating tensions between the federal government and Texas over immigration enforcement.

via The Associated Press|
#biden-administration#immigration-enforcement#politics
politics2 years ago

Supreme Court Permits Removal of Razor Wire from Texas-Mexico Border

The Supreme Court, in a 5-4 vote, allowed Border Patrol agents to cut razor wire installed by Texas on the U.S.-Mexico border while a lawsuit over the wire continues. This decision comes amid an escalating standoff between the Biden administration and Texas over immigration enforcement. Texas Governor Greg Abbott has been in a broader fight with the administration over immigration, authorizing the installation of floating barriers and allowing troopers to arrest and jail thousands of migrants on trespassing charges. The Biden administration has objected to these actions and is challenging them in federal court.

via NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth|
#biden-administration#immigration-enforcement#politics
politics2 years ago

Supreme Court Rules on Razor Wire Removal at Texas-Mexico Border

The Supreme Court, in a 5-4 decision, allowed the Biden administration to remove razor wire fencing installed by Texas along the Texas-Mexico border, which had hindered federal border agents' duties. The administration and immigration advocates had criticized the wire as dangerous and inhumane, while the Department of Homeland Security argued that Texas' actions interfered with federal border enforcement policy. The decision enables federal agents to regain control of the area while litigation continues, with Justices Thomas, Alito, Gorsuch, and Kavanaugh dissenting.

via ABC News|
#biden-administration#border-enforcement#politics
culture2 years ago

Modernizing Ancient Healing: Folk Healers on the Texas Border

Curanderas, or folk healers, along the Texas-Mexico border are modernizing their ancient practice by incorporating social media, online trading of rituals, and selling artisan candles. Younger generations are embracing the traditions passed down by their grandmothers and using them to address contemporary issues. Many people in the region, particularly those without health insurance, rely on curanderas due to affordability and mistrust of the medical establishment. While the medical community has cautioned against relying on folk remedies, curanderismo has become widely accepted in the Rio Grande Valley, with street signs and TV ads advertising folk healing services.

via The New York Times|
#culture#curanderas#folk-healing
human-rights2 years ago

"Operation Lone Star: Deadly Vehicle Pursuits Leave Trails of Blood in Texas"

Operation Lone Star, a border law enforcement initiative initiated by Texas Governor Greg Abbott, has led to an increase in dangerous and deadly vehicle pursuits in Texas. Pursuits by Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) officers have resulted in numerous deaths and injuries, including those of migrants and innocent bystanders. The pursuit policies under Operation Lone Star incentivize reckless law enforcement practices, such as racial profiling and high-speed chases, which put public safety at risk. The program, which has cost nearly $10 billion, violates human rights and fails to achieve its stated goals of deterring migration and combating drug trafficking. Human Rights Watch calls for an end to vehicle pursuits based solely on traffic violations or suspected transport of unauthorized migrants, as well as the cessation of federal funding for Operation Lone Star.

via Human Rights Watch|
#human-rights#human-rights-violations#law-enforcement
immigration2 years ago

Tragic Increase in Migrant Crossings Claims Lives of More, Including Young Child

Three bodies, including that of a 3-year-old boy, have been recovered from the Rio Grande along the Texas-Mexico border this week as migrant crossings reach near-record levels. The bodies were found near a controversial floating marine barrier that diverts migrants into deeper and more treacherous parts of the river. Mexican officials have complained about the buoys, arguing that they create safety risks and violate treaties. The surge in crossings has prompted Texas Governor Greg Abbott to bus migrants to Democratic-run cities and install physical barriers. Advocates argue for expanding the daily number of migrants allowed at border checkpoints to provide a safer means of entry.

via HuffPost|
#border-patrol#human-rights#immigration