Mar 18, 2024 · Texas has argued the law follows federal immigration laws, and that the state has a right to defend itself under Article I, Section 10 of the U.S. Constitution, which prohibits states from ...

Jan 31, 2025 · Immigration crackdown in Texas: What you need to know about your rights. By María Méndez 2 hours ago . Recent enforcement operations across Texas have raised concerns among undocumented immigrants.

Oct 24, 2024 · The moves are part of Texas’ crackdown to secure the border it shares with Mexico — an unprecedented challenge to the federal government’s long standing authority over immigration law. Texas ...

Apr 3, 2024 · The Biden administration and civil rights organizations sued Texas to stop the law, claiming SB 4 is unconstitutional because it interferes with federal immigration laws. The law’s proponents ...

Feb 15, 2024 · DOJ says Texas law interferes with federal immigration law. The DOJ argues that SB 4 interferes with federal law, and even if the Texas law attempts to mirror federal law, it’s still problematic ...

Jan 22, 2024 · In recent weeks, Shelby Park in Eagle Pass has become the center of a standoff between Texas and the federal government over immigration enforcement. Most recently, Gov. Greg Abbott has ramped up ...

Mar 4, 2024 · The U.S. Supreme Court on March 12 said it will continue to temporarily block a new state law that allows Texas police to arrest people suspected of illegally crossing the Texas-Mexico border.

Feb 29, 2024 · Texas is being sued by the federal government and several immigration advocacy organizations. Texas appealed the ruling to the conservative 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.

Jan 27, 2025 · Agents from multiple federal agencies carried out immigration enforcement operations in various Texas cities including Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth and San Antonio on Sunday, federal officials said.

Oct 25, 2023 · The package of bills continues the state’s recent push to deter illegal immigration at the Texas-Mexico border, which has been a priority for Gov. Greg Abbott. The state has spent billions, and ...