Pentagon set to expand military role along U.S-Mexico border
The move would allow military lawyers, cooks and drivers to assist federal immigration agencies facing a surge of migrants arriving at the border. Full Story
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Migrants on border face confusion and fear under "remain in Mexico" policy
Some asylum seekers sent to Mexico under the Trump administration's Migration Protection Protocols told a U.S. judge Thursday that they fear remaining in Mexico as their asylum claims are pending. Full Story
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Of the border, on the border: I’m Julián Aguilar, and I cover immigration for The Texas Tribune
It’s not my job to tell people what they should think about the border; their own perspectives, politics and histories should shape their perceptions. But it is my job to tell people what’s happening here, and I’m lucky to have the added context of actually being from here. Full Story
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Border Patrol says apprehensions in the Rio Grande Valley have already surpassed all of 2018
Less than seven months into the fiscal year, the Rio Grande Vally sector has apprehended more than 164,000 migrants. Full Story
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Temporary immigration detention facilities to open in El Paso, Rio Grande Valley
Construction of the facilities, commonly referred to as a “tent cities” is a response to the ongoing crush of migrants, mainly from Central America, who continue to cross into Texas after traveling through Mexico. Full Story
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Trump administration to withhold bail from asylum seekers in latest border crackdown
As record numbers of Central American families cross the U.S.-Mexico border, Attorney General William P. Barr issued a policy reversal for asylum seekers who have already established “a credible fear of persecution or torture” in their home countries. Full Story
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Long delays at border bridges bring anxiety for businesses as Holy Week begins
This week is one of the busiest shopping seasons on the border, but after hundreds of federal agents were diverted from international bridges to help with a surge of migrants, retailers and other businesses are fretting about how hours-long wait times will impact them. Full Story
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Julián Castro calls Trump's immigration policies a failure in counter-rally to president's visit
The Democratic presidential candidate held an event in San Antonio several hours after President Donald Trump visited the city for a fundraiser. Full Story
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After judge halts "remain in Mexico" policy, hundreds of migrants sent across border seek answers
Asylum seekers and immigrant advocates celebrated the temporary halt of a controversial Trump policy forcing migrants to wait in Mexico until their hearing dates, but the court ruling doesn't address those already sent across the border. Full Story
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Trump says he has no plans to revive policy of separating migrant families
"We're not looking to do that, now," the president said. He also blamed Barack Obama for the chain-link pens where migrants were held last year. Full Story
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Federal judge blocks Trump administration from sending asylum seekers to Mexico
The Migrant Protection Protocols, also known as “Remain in Mexico,” was expanded to include the El Paso port of entry last month Full Story
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Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen leaving Trump administration amid surge of migrants on U.S.-Mexico border
Former Texas Gov. Rick Perry is seen as a potential nominee to replace Nielsen. Full Story
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Trump backs off threat to close southern border immediately
President Donald Trump backed down from his threat on Thursday to close the southern border immediately, telling reporters at the White House that he is giving Mexico a one-year warning before taking action. Full Story
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As migrant surge continues, El Paso's safety net is feeling the strain
Federal agencies have redirected agents to deal with a growing wave of migrants, and the president is threatening to close the border. Meanwhile, local shelters face a daily dilemma: 500 to 600 new arrivals who need somewhere to go. Full Story
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More than 4,900 migrant kids are living in Texas shelters, but that number is dropping
As of July 18, Texas’ 35 state-licensed shelters had permission to accommodate up to 6,286 children, according to the state health commission. With 4,937 kids living in them, that means they’re at 78% capacity. Full Story
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Texas Republicans warn Trump about ramifications of closing U.S.-Mexico border
Among those voicing opposition to the move are U.S. Sens. John Cornyn and Ted Cruz, as well as Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick. Full Story
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Mike Pence to meet with ICE officials in Houston during Texas visit Friday
The vice president's trip comes as officials grapple with an influx of migrants at the Texas-Mexico border. He will also visit College Station for an event on the vice presidency at the George H. W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum. Full Story
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TribCast: Crisis mode at the Texas-Mexico border
On this week’s TribCast, Emily talks to Ross, Dave and Alexa about the immigration crisis in El Paso, Congress’ investigation of the state’s voter roll review and culture wars heating up at the Texas Capitol. Full Story
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Castro unveils immigration platform, laying an early marker in the 2020 presidential contest
The former U.S. housing secretary and San Antonio mayor laid out an immigration plan Tuesday that appears to be the most detailed yet in the Democratic presidential field. Full Story
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Texas Senate declares migrant surge an emergency
Republican state senators passed a resolution that would declare a crisis at the Texas-Mexico border and request Congress to fully fund border security measures. Democratic senators say they never saw the measure until it hit the floor. Full Story
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