Darlene McCormick Sanchez
Reporter
Darlene McCormick Sanchez is an Epoch Times reporter who covers border security and immigration, election integrity, and Texas politics.
Ms. McCormick Sanchez has 20 years of experience in media and has worked for outlets including Waco Tribune Herald, Tampa Tribune, and Waterbury Republican-American. She was a finalist for a Pulitzer prize for investigative reporting.
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States Can Assist Federal Authorities Going After Cartels Designated as Terrorists: Panel
The terrorist designation could cut through red tape and stop cartel members from being released on bail, an expert said.
Texas Eyes Legislation to Establish State Cryptocurrency Investment Fund
Texas’s Bitcoin reserve fund would be an investment held outside the state treasury.
Missouri Bounty-Hunter Bill for Illegal Immigrants Would Create State Version of ICE
The Show Me state eyes a bill requiring life imprisonment for violent illegal immigrants convicted of trespassing.
Experts Warn of China’s Grip on Key US and Latin American Ports
A Homeland Security Department subcommittee heard testimony on how to counter China’s growing maritime threat.
Abbott Seeks Federal Refund for $11 Billion Spent by Texas on Border Security
The governor is urging congressional lawmakers to push for federal reimbursement while state legislators iron out state-based agreements with ICE.
Panama’s Mulino Says He’ll Speak With Trump About Canal Dispute
The Panamanian president said there has been no agreement to allow U.S. warships to transit the canal for free.
Decades-Long Chinese Influence in Panama Begins to Unravel
In the most recent blow to the Chinese regime, Panama announces it will not renew its Belt and Road agreement—a significant win for Trump’s pressure campaign.
Texas Bills Would Require Local Law Enforcement to Coordinate With ICE
One Republican-proposed measure would withhold state grant money from noncomplying jurisdictions.
Chinese Control of Key Panama Canal Ports Could Violate Neutrality Treaty, Says Expert
Senators question experts during a hearing on national security and trade implications surrounding the Panama Canal.
Kristi Noem Confirmed as Trump’s Secretary of Homeland Security
Noem’s confirmation paves the way for her to carry out President Donald Trump’s plan to secure the border.
