Every migrant bused or flown to New York City did so voluntarily, after having been authorized by the Biden Administration to remain in the United States. 

"The Week of Prayer to End Human Trafficking is an integral part of GRACE's efforts, bringing hope and healing to survivors of human trafficking," said First Lady Abbott.

“Bridges serve as economic lifelines for our border communities, facilitating international trade, commerce, and tourism,” said Dr. Cuellar.

For more information on the FLIP program and to apply beginning Jan. 8, please visitwww.edinburgedc.com or contact the Edinburg Economic Development Corporation at (956) 388-8914.

Border Patrol agents were able to apprehend a total of five people and they were taken to the Laredo South Station for processing.

The fundraiser ran from November 24th through December 25th, 2023 across all 45 Whataburger locations in the RGV.

Travelers who typically utilize the Amistad Dam crossing are encouraged to utilize the nearby Del Rio port of entry which is not impacted by the IBWC work.

The Department of Transportation does not have the statutory authority to institute such a rule, and the mandate violates the Administrative Procedure Act.

Through the end of November 2023, 297,000 Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans arrived lawfully under the parole processes.

County Commissioner Everardo “Ever” Villarreal states, "I apologize for any inconvenience this closure may cause.