Abbott authorizes return of undocumented immigrants in Texas to border
In a press release, Gov. Abbott blamed the Biden Administration's decision to end Title 42 expulsions and the Remain-in-Mexico policy for "historic levels of illegal crossings."
In a press release, Gov. Abbott blamed the Biden Administration's decision to end Title 42 expulsions and the Remain-in-Mexico policy for "historic levels of illegal crossings."
Justice Department is investigating Texas’ Operation Lone Star for alleged civil rights violations
Emails obtained by The Texas Tribune and ProPublica confirm that federal authorities are probing discrimination claims involving Gov. Greg Abbott’s multibillion-dollar border initiative.
Emails obtained by The Texas Tribune and ProPublica confirm that federal authorities are probing discrimination claims involving Gov. Greg Abbott’s multibillion-dollar border initiative.
Some Texas leaders want border surge declared an 'invasion'
Gov. Greg Abbott has made the record number of border-crossers from Mexico and criticism of the federal government's response the cornerstone of his administration. But now, some local leaders in Texas border counties want the migrant surge declared an "invasion.” They think that would trigger a constitutional mandate for the White House to send more resources.
Gov. Greg Abbott has made the record number of border-crossers from Mexico and criticism of the federal government's response the cornerstone of his administration. But now, some local leaders in Texas border counties want the migrant surge declared an "invasion.” They think that would trigger a constitutional mandate for the White House to send more resources.
Border Patrol agents in Texas discover migrants smuggled inside toolboxes at checkpoint
A Border Patrol agent said the migrants were being smuggled in extreme summer heat.
A Border Patrol agent said the migrants were being smuggled in extreme summer heat.
Supreme Court allows Biden to end Trump-era 'Remain in Mexico' policy
The Supreme Court has ruled that the Biden administration properly ended a Trump-era policy forcing some U.S. asylum-seekers to wait in Mexico.
The Supreme Court has ruled that the Biden administration properly ended a Trump-era policy forcing some U.S. asylum-seekers to wait in Mexico.
Austin man tried to smuggle meth into US while eating cheeseburger
Yen-Tsun Huang was a passenger in a vehicle attempting to pass through a Border Patrol checkpoint when authorities noticed his suspicious behavior.
Yen-Tsun Huang was a passenger in a vehicle attempting to pass through a Border Patrol checkpoint when authorities noticed his suspicious behavior.
Summit of the Americas: Biden lauds democratic unity despite no-shows
President Joe Biden says democracy is an “essential ingredient” for the Western Hemisphere's future, an implicit rebuttal to leaders from around the world who boycotted the Summit of the Americas because authoritarians were not invited.
President Joe Biden says democracy is an “essential ingredient” for the Western Hemisphere's future, an implicit rebuttal to leaders from around the world who boycotted the Summit of the Americas because authoritarians were not invited.
Department of Homeland Security bulletin warns of heightened extremist threat
A looming Supreme Court decision on abortion, an increase of migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border and the midterm elections are potential triggers for extremist violence over the next six months, DHS says.
A looming Supreme Court decision on abortion, an increase of migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border and the midterm elections are potential triggers for extremist violence over the next six months, DHS says.
Agents find 23 pounds of cocaine in North Carolina passenger's wheelchair
The 22-year-old man was returning to the U.S. from the Dominican Republic when officers found packages of a white, powdery substance concealed in an electric wheelchair.
The 22-year-old man was returning to the U.S. from the Dominican Republic when officers found packages of a white, powdery substance concealed in an electric wheelchair.
What happens at the border if the Trump-era policy Title 42 is lifted?
Dr. Eddy Carder, a constitutional law professor at Prairie View A&M, joins FOX 7's John Krinjak to discuss Title 42 and what could happen if the Trump-era policy is lifted.
Dr. Eddy Carder, a constitutional law professor at Prairie View A&M, joins FOX 7's John Krinjak to discuss Title 42 and what could happen if the Trump-era policy is lifted.
Title 42: Federal judge rules COVID-19 asylum restrictions must continue on southern US border
A federal judge in Louisiana is refusing to end pandemic-related restrictions on migrants seeking asylum on the southern border.
A federal judge in Louisiana is refusing to end pandemic-related restrictions on migrants seeking asylum on the southern border.
Abbott activates border security response in preparation for Title 42 expiring
Gov. Abbott directed DPS, Texas Military Department, and Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to coordinate Texas’ response on border security in preparation for Title 42 expiring on Monday, May 23.
Gov. Abbott directed DPS, Texas Military Department, and Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to coordinate Texas’ response on border security in preparation for Title 42 expiring on Monday, May 23.
Border Patrol seizes $18M of meth in single bust on Mexican truck driver entering Texas
The 24 buckets contain more than 900 lbs. of seized methamphetamine.
The 24 buckets contain more than 900 lbs. of seized methamphetamine.
Treasury Department opens investigation into Abbott’s use of federal funds for border mission
The state has spent around $4 billion on the operations; the Washington Post has reported that around $1 billion in coronavirus aid was used.
The state has spent around $4 billion on the operations; the Washington Post has reported that around $1 billion in coronavirus aid was used.
Gov. Greg Abbott wants to revisit federal funding for undocumented students
Jamarr Brown, the Texas Democratic party code co-executive director, and James Dickey, CEO of JD Key Communications, join FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss federal funding for undocumented students.
Jamarr Brown, the Texas Democratic party code co-executive director, and James Dickey, CEO of JD Key Communications, join FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss federal funding for undocumented students.
Texas Bar Foundation responds to AG Ken Paxton launching investigation
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has announced an investigation into the Texas Bar Foundation's use of grants, saying the Foundation aided in "the mass influx of illegal aliens."
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has announced an investigation into the Texas Bar Foundation's use of grants, saying the Foundation aided in "the mass influx of illegal aliens."
This Week in Texas Politics: Leaked draft opinion regarding abortion from SCOTUS
FOX 7 Austin's Rudy Koski and our panel of political analysts considered whether abortion will stay on the front campaign burner and how the week also ended with new fight over immigration.
FOX 7 Austin's Rudy Koski and our panel of political analysts considered whether abortion will stay on the front campaign burner and how the week also ended with new fight over immigration.
New Mexico seeks opportunity in Texas border disruptions
Following Gov. Abbott's recent border inspection plan pushback, New Mexico is now looking to capitalize on Mexico's unease with disruptions along the Texas border.
Following Gov. Abbott's recent border inspection plan pushback, New Mexico is now looking to capitalize on Mexico's unease with disruptions along the Texas border.
Autopsy: Woman migrant found entangled on border wall choked to death
The Pima County Medical Examiner’s report conducted for the Cochise County Sheriff’s office said Griselda Anais Verduzco Armenta, 31, was found suspended from the border wall.
The Pima County Medical Examiner’s report conducted for the Cochise County Sheriff’s office said Griselda Anais Verduzco Armenta, 31, was found suspended from the border wall.
Gov. Abbott announces additional funding for Operation Lone Star
Glenn Smith, senior strategist for Progress Texas, and James Dickey, CEO of J.D. Key Communications, join FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss additional funding for Operation Lone Star.
Glenn Smith, senior strategist for Progress Texas, and James Dickey, CEO of J.D. Key Communications, join FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss additional funding for Operation Lone Star.