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Texas can keep arresting illegal migrants while Biden challenge proceeds, Abbott says

March 20, 2024

Texas can keep arresting illegal migrants while Biden challenge proceeds, Abbott says

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott says the state will still arrest illegal immigrants crossing into the U.S., even as an anti-illegal immigration law is being held up in the courts.

Biden admin, Texas head back to appeals court over anti-illegal immigration law, hours after SCOTUS ruling

March 20, 2024

Biden admin, Texas head back to appeals court over anti-illegal immigration law, hours after SCOTUS ruling

Texas and the Biden administration are back arguing in front of an appeals court after a legal back-and-forth Tuesday over a controversial state illegal immigration law.

Mayorkas touts 'enormous opportunities' with AI as DHS launches new pilot programs

March 19, 2024

Mayorkas touts 'enormous opportunities' with AI as DHS launches new pilot programs

The Department of Homeland Security on Monday launches a new AI roadmap that includes programs to help FEMA, ICE and immigration officers in their duties.

Arkansas Gov. Sanders deploys National Guard to aid Texas with migrant crisis: 'Ready to assist'

March 19, 2024

Arkansas Gov. Sanders deploys National Guard to aid Texas with migrant crisis: 'Ready to assist'

Arkansas is sending troops to the southern border to help Texas with its efforts to limit illegal immigration amid a historic migrant crisis.

Stalemate over Homeland Security funding raises risk of partial government shutdown

March 18, 2024

Stalemate over Homeland Security funding raises risk of partial government shutdown

Delays with the Homeland Security funding bill run the risk of derailing the appropriations process and triggering a partial government shutdown.

GOP bill looks to stop DHS from grounding air marshals at southern border

March 18, 2024

GOP bill looks to stop DHS from grounding air marshals at southern border

Rep. Ashley Hinson, R-Iowa, is leading the push in the House to stop federal air marshals being shifted to the southern border -- after multiple deployments by the Biden DHS.

Gaetz leads push for Biden to take 'immediate' action on feared Haitian migrant crisis

March 18, 2024

Gaetz leads push for Biden to take 'immediate' action on feared Haitian migrant crisis

Rep. Matt Gaetz is leading Florida lawmakers in calling for additional movement from the Biden administration on a feared surge in illegal migration from Haiti.

GOP hope for Mayorkas impeachment trial dims as Senate Dems look for quick dismissal

March 17, 2024

GOP hope for Mayorkas impeachment trial dims as Senate Dems look for quick dismissal

Several Democrats said they expect their caucus to move to table the impeachment articles against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas when they reach the Senate.

US national security faces major risks as gangs battle for control over Haiti

March 16, 2024

US national security faces major risks as gangs battle for control over Haiti

Experts warn gang violence erupting in Haiti could have a more lasting effect on U.S. security than on American borders as the international community steps in.

TSA now requires migrants with insufficient IDs to undergo facial recognition check before flying

March 16, 2024

TSA now requires migrants with insufficient IDs to undergo facial recognition check before flying

Migrants without sufficient ID will now be requiured to undergo facial verification technology at airports in order to board domestic flights, the TSA says.