FBI Director Christopher Wray concluded his second day of testimony on Capitol Hill, shedding light on intelligence concerning the southern border and highlighting the agency's efforts to enhance border security. The hearings, held before the House Intelligence Committee, focused on. . .
The influx of illegal immigrants from China crossing the US southern border has prompted heightened national security apprehensions. General Gregory Guillot, head of US Northern Command, addressed concerns about this trend during a Senate hearing today, shedding light on the potential risks associated with unauthorized entries from Asia.
The Air Force's General Gregory Guillot, who heads U-S Northern Command, was asked about it today in a Senate hearing.
The Air Force's General Gregory Guillot, who heads U-S Northern Command, explained why this is a national security concern.
The Air Force's. . .
A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of California San Diego (UCSD) has revealed a troubling correlation between the height of the border wall and an increase in migrant drownings along the U.S.-Mexico border. Published in the Journal of the American Medicine, the study sheds light on a concerning trend that has emerged in recent years.
A new study is finding that migrant drownings increased as the border wall got higher. Jon Fink reports.
According to the study's findings, migrant drownings have seen a significant uptick since 2019, coinciding with the implementation of. . .
The aftermath of a fatal helicopter crash on the Texas border has taken a disturbing turn as a video emerged on social media showing members of a Mexican cartel callously laughing about the tragedy. The incident has triggered swift and harsh reactions from officials and communities alike. Texas Republican Congressman Tony Gonzales expressed his frustration, emphasizing the need for action in the face of such disrespect. Military officials have identified two of the victims as National Guard soldiers from New York who were deployed to support border protection operations. Another soldier from the New York National Guard was injured in. . .
A concerning trend is emerging at the San Diego border, where migrants are resorting to unconventional methods, including jet skis and surfboards, to circumvent the border wall. Reports indicate that individuals are utilizing boats, jet skis, and even surfboards to enter San Diego, while some are attempting to swim across the border. Border Patrol Agent Gerardo Gutierrez disclosed to the Tijuana-based El Sol newspaper that this year alone, approximately six hundred people have been apprehended while trying to cross the border via water routes.
The use of jet skis and boats to bypass the border wall poses a significant. . .
In the wake of the tragic death of a University of Georgia student, Republicans are intensifying their calls for information from the Biden administration regarding the suspect, Jose Ibarra. Ohio Congressman Jim Jordan and California Congressman Tom McClintock have taken proactive steps by sending a letter to Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, urging transparency on Ibarra's immigration history.
Republicans are asking the Biden administration for information on the suspect in the death of a Georgia student last week. Lisa Taylor has more.
The letter, addressed to Secretary Mayorkas, specifically requests additional information and records pertaining to Jose. . .
In a unique twist of political theater, both President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are set to make high-profile visits to the U.S.-Mexico border on Thursday, each addressing the complex and contentious issue of immigration from their distinct perspectives.
President Biden's Border Visit Amid Criticism
Facing intensified scrutiny over his administration's handling of immigration, President Joe Biden is scheduled to visit the U.S.-Mexico border, specifically Brownsville, Texas. The visit comes at a critical juncture as Biden confronts criticism from. . .
Annunciation House, a well-known Catholic charity in El Paso dedicated to assisting undocumented immigrants, finds itself in a legal battle with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who seeks to shut down their operations. The charity, which provides shelter and support to those in need, is contesting the state's efforts to halt its humanitarian mission.
Ruben Garcia, the Director of Annunciation House, emphasized the organization's commitment to aiding the impoverished and vulnerable. Despite their charitable mission, Attorney General Paxton contends that the charity serves as a magnet, drawing undocumented immigrants to the southern border.
Annunciation House Director. . .
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has announced the establishment of a Texas Military Department base camp near the border in Eagle Pass, aimed at accommodating the increasing number of Texas National Guard members participating in the state's border security initiatives. The move comes as part of a broader strategy to enhance security operations along the Texas-Mexico border.
The base camp, situated on 80 acres near the border, is already under construction and is set to become a vital hub for up to 1,800 soldiers initially. Governor Abbott. . .
In a concerning revelation, a Pakistani man, whose name appears on a terror screening database, was apprehended while crossing the U.S.-Mexico border and subsequently released by immigration officials. This incident has triggered a wave of terror-related concerns, prompting Texas Governor Greg Abbott to call for heightened security measures along the southern border.
The individual, identified as a Pakistani national with ties to a terrorism screening database, was caught attempting to cross the border. Instead of being detained, he was released by immigration authorities, raising questions about the efficacy of current border security protocols. Governor Abbott expressed his. . .