🚔🛑 Gov. Abbott Deploys Texas National Guard to Handle Protests Against Immigration Raids
🚔🛑 U.S. Army Begins Detaining Immigrants in New Military Defense Zones at Border 🚨🛑 LA-area Mayors Demand End to Immigration Raids as Protests Intensify
🚔🛑 Gov. Abbott Deploys Texas National Guard to Handle Protests Against Immigration Raids
By Jessica Shuran Yu and Ayden Runnels, The Texas Tribune.- Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced the deployment of National Guard troops across the state in response to planned protests against federal immigration raids. The decision follows recent unrest in cities like Austin, where demonstrations have led to arrests and clashes with police. Abbott's move mirrors the Trump administration's use of the National Guard in California and aims to ensure order amid ongoing protests against the raids. While peaceful protests are protected, Abbott warned that violence or property damage will not be tolerated. Protests are scheduled to continue this weekend across Texas, with the “No Kings” protests highlighting opposition to what organizers see as authoritarian actions by the Trump administration. Local law enforcement is coordinating efforts to manage the demonstrations peacefully.
🚔🛑 U.S. Army Begins Detaining Immigrants in New Military Defense Zones at Border
Morgan Lee, The Associated Press.- U.S. Army soldiers have started detaining immigrants accused of trespassing in newly designated national defense zones along the southern U.S. border. This is part of a ramped-up effort by the Trump administration to bolster border enforcement through militarized areas. Last week, three individuals were detained near Santa Teresa, New Mexico, after crossing a protective barrier and handed over to U.S. Customs and Border Protection. More than 1,400 immigrants have been charged under this new approach. The administration has plans to expand these zones, aiming to enhance border security with military involvement, despite opposition from defense attorneys and some judges questioning the legality of applying national security charges to immigrants. Meanwhile, protests against the raids continue to spread nationwide, with calls from local leaders to halt these operations and de-escalate tensions.
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U.S. Army began detaining immigrants in new military defense zones.
Three immigrants were detained near Santa Teresa, New Mexico.
1,400 immigrants have been charged under the new enforcement strategy.
National Defense Areas designated in New Mexico and western Texas.
Expansion of military zones is planned by the Trump administration.
Some immigrants have been acquitted of national security charges.
Local protests against immigration raids are increasing across the country.
🚨⚖️ Court to Hear Case on Trump's Use of National Guard and Marines in LA Immigration Raids
Jessica Shuran Yu, The Texas Tribune.- A federal court hearing is set for Thursday to decide if the Trump administration can continue using National Guard and Marine troops to assist with immigration raids in Los Angeles. California Governor Gavin Newsom filed an emergency motion, criticizing the military's role in immigration enforcement, calling it an unnecessary step that fuels civil unrest. Following protests against Trump's immigration policies, approximately 4,000 National Guard members and 700 Marines were deployed to LA. While the protests have largely been peaceful, some turned violent, prompting a curfew in downtown Los Angeles. The legal battle comes as federal agents ramp up arrests in immigrant communities, with fear escalating as military personnel edge closer to supporting deportation efforts. The court’s decision could have widespread implications for local jurisdiction and immigration enforcement nationwide.
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Federal court hearing scheduled for Thursday regarding military involvement in immigration raids.
4,000 National Guard members and 700 Marines deployed to Los Angeles.
Governor Newsom’s motion opposes military's role in supporting immigration raids.
Protests have spread to multiple cities, including Boston, Chicago, and Seattle.
LA curfew imposed in response to escalating protests.
Military personnel are now protecting federal agents during immigration operations.🚨🛑 LA-area Mayors Demand End to Immigration Raids as Protests Intensify
By Christopher Weber, Amy Taxin, John Seewer, and Jake Offenhartz, AP.- Los Angeles-area mayors are calling on the Trump administration to halt its escalating immigration raids, which have sparked nationwide protests. Over 5,000 military personnel have been mobilized to protect federal buildings and immigration enforcement agents in Los Angeles, as protests spread to cities including Austin, Chicago, and San Antonio. The raids have caused widespread fear, with several clashes between protesters and law enforcement. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass warns that the curfew in downtown Los Angeles will remain in place as long as the raids continue. Despite calls for action from local officials, the White House remains firm in its stance, with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem stating that ICE will continue to enforce immigration laws. Meanwhile, other cities, such as San Francisco and Philadelphia, have witnessed similar protests, leading to arrests and heightened tensions.
🚨💼 Immigrants in LA face fear and hardship amid intensified raids, but necessity drives them to work
AFP.- Amid heightened immigration raids in Los Angeles, migrants continue to face fear of deportation but are driven by the necessity to work and support their families. Last week, a raid at a Home Depot parking lot led to the arrest of 25 migrants, prompting panic and widespread protests. The Trump administration's immigration crackdown has intensified in Los Angeles, with workers from countries like Guatemala enduring fear while maintaining their jobs in construction and agriculture. Despite the growing risks, many migrants, including those who have lived in the U.S. for decades, stress that their survival and their families depend on the labor they provide. The raids, which target essential workers, have sparked nationwide protests, with the immigrant community resisting through unity and resilience, despite the growing threat of deportation.
🚨📚 Undocumented Students Push to Challenge Loss of In-State Tuition in Texas Courts
By Eleanor Klibanoff, The Texas Tribune.- A group of undocumented students is requesting to intervene in a legal case that revoked their eligibility for in-state tuition, seeking to overturn a recent court decision. The case stems from the Trump administration’s lawsuit against Texas over a law that provided in-state tuition for undocumented students who met residency requirements. Following the swift resolution of the case, in which Texas agreed with the Justice Department, the students argue that they were not given proper notice and should have had the opportunity to argue for the law's continuation. The law, which has been in effect since 2001, has left many students in limbo, including those pursuing degrees in the medical and counseling fields. The students are being represented by the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund (MALDEF).