Immigration & Border Security
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Texas Offers 1,400-Acre Ranch to Trump for Mass Deportations Program
‘I am writing to formally offer 1,402 acres of land in Starr County, Texas, to be used to construct deportation facilities,’ a Texas commissioner wrote.
Jose Ibarra Sentenced to Life in Prison for Laken Riley Murder
Riley, a student at Augusta University College of Nursing, was killed on Feb. 22 while jogging near the University of Georgia campus in Athens.
Homeland Security Deports 109 Chinese Illegal Immigrants on Charter Flight
The latest deportation marks the third charter flight to China in less than six months, the department said.
In Chicago, Illegal Immigration Crisis Stokes Pushback From Locals
Some question why illegal immigrants are favored over locals.
Venezuelan Gang Operating in ‘Every Major City’ in Tennessee, State Officials Say
Governor Bill Lee pledges support for TBI and endorses federal efforts to combat gang’s resurgence amid concerns over human trafficking and escalating violence.
Murder Trial Begins for Illegal Immigrant Accused of Killing Laken Riley
Suspect Jose Ibarra, from Venezuela, was 26 when he entered the country 18 months before the February 2024 killing of the 22-year-old at Augusta University.
Los Angeles Mayor Pushes for Official Sanctuary City Status Before Trump Assumes Office
‘I imagine that the council will be voting on sanctuary cities hopefully very, very soon,’ Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass said.
Incoming ‘Border Czar’ Suggests Illegal Immigrants Should ‘Self-Deport’ Soon
‘Criminals and gang members get no grace period,’ Tom Homan told Fox News on Monday evening.
8 Things to Know About Tom Homan, Trump’s New Border Czar
The former acting director of ICE has more than 30 years of law enforcement experience.
Trump Names Former ICE Director Thomas Homan as Border Czar
Homan’s appointment does not require approval from the U.S. Senate.
Judge Strikes Down New York City’s Bid to Block Illegal Immigrant Buses From Texas
A New York judge ruled that New York City can’t use an 1817 ‘anti-pauper’ law to block Texas from busing illegal immigrants.
Illegal Immigrants Express Mixed Feelings Over Trump’s Victory and Potential Deportations
‘If I could vote, my vote would be for Donald Trump ... as a Christian, I would prefer him,’ an illegal immigrant said.
Trump Confirms He Has No Choice but to Carry Out Mass Deportations
The president-elect says that the plan should be initiated ‘no matter the price tag’
Judge Strikes Down Federal Rule Protecting Illegal Immigrants Married to US Citizens
The federal judge ruled that DHS lacks the authority to offer ‘parole in place’ to illegal immigrant spouses of U.S. citizens.
Arizonans Approve Police Arrests of Illegal Entrants, Right to Abortion
Both ballot initiatives passed with the broad support of voters.
Illegal Immigrant Sexually Assaults 4 Minors in New Orleans Suburb
The victims included all male children ages four to 13 and the suspect filmed the acts.
Trump Leans Into Border Security Message in Final Week of Campaign
U.S. Shadow Sen. Zoraida Buxó Santiago (R-P.R.) formally endorsed Trump’s candidacy during the event.
Trump Promises Mass Deportation of Illegal Immigrants at Nevada Campaign Rally
More than 12,000 Republican voters packed the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas as Election Day approaches.
Blocking Illegal Immigrants From Entering US If at Capacity Is Illegal: Appeals Court
The so-called metering policy was implemented in 2016 and rescinded in 2022.
