BORDER SECURITY

Nov 21 2025POLITICS

Faith and Law Clash: A Debate on Deportations

A heated argument is going on between some Catholic leaders and the government about deporting people who are in the country illegally. The U. S. Conference of Catholic Bishops criticized the government's tough stance on immigration, saying it's causing fear and anxiety. They also expressed concern about the treatment of immigrants in detention centers and the lack o...

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Nov 20 2025POLITICS

The Hidden Costs of Open Borders: Exploitation and Crime

The push for open borders, often framed as compassionate, has unintended consequences. It fuels illegal activities and puts migrants at risk. Smugglers take advantage of these policies, making millions from desperate people seeking a better life. Migrants face extreme dangers on their journey to the U. S. They pay smugglers large sums, only to be subjected to violen...

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Nov 17 2025POLITICS

Texas DPS Teams Up with Border Patrol to Catch Four Illegal Immigrants

In a recent operation, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) joined forces with the Border Patrol to catch four illegal immigrants hiding in the brush of Starr County. The DPS's K9 unit, led by the skilled dog "Zita, " played a crucial role in tracking down the four women who had just crossed the Rio Grande. Among them was a "special interest alien" from China,...

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Oct 31 2025CRIME

Uncovering a Global Smuggling Network: The Bhardwaj Operation

A major crackdown has been launched against a complex criminal network operating out of Cancun. This group, led by Vikrant Bhardwaj and his wife Indu Rani, has been accused of smuggling people from various parts of the world into the United States. The U. S. Treasury Department has taken action, freezing assets and imposing sanctions on the organization. The Bhardwa...

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Oct 30 2025POLITICS

Big Bend's Border Boost: Tech and Walls on the Horizon

In the vast, remote expanse of the Big Bend region, a significant shift in border security is underway. The federal government is rolling out its "Smart Wall" initiative, a high-tech approach to border control that blends physical barriers with advanced technology. This plan includes steel barriers, waterborne obstacles, patrol roads, lighting, cameras, and cutting-e...

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Oct 26 2025POLITICS

Arizona's Border Gets a High-Tech Upgrade

The U. S. government is investing heavily in a high-tech border security project along the Southwest border. This project, known as the "smart wall, " combines physical barriers with advanced technology to enhance border security. The Department of Homeland Security has allocated $4. 5 billion for this initiative, with a significant portion of the funding directed to...

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Oct 19 2025POLITICS

The Smart Border Plan: What's Changing This Time?

The border between the U. S. and Mexico is getting a high-tech makeover. This isn't the first time a wall has been built, but this time, it's not just about the fence. The plan is to add a lot of technology to make it smarter. The idea is to have a physical barrier along most of the border. But the rest will have sensors and cameras to keep an eye on things. This is...

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Sep 25 2025POLITICS

Trump's Shifting Strengths: Polls Show Changes in Public Opinion

In recent polls, President Donald Trump's public approval ratings have shown notable shifts compared to his first term. While the economy was once a strong point for him, it's now an area where his approval is relatively low. Instead, Trump is finding more support in areas like border security and crime. Border security has become a significant strength for Trump in...

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Jun 30 2025POLITICS

Senate's Big Debate: Tax Cuts, Medicaid, and More

The Senate is in the middle of a big debate about a new bill. This bill includes tax cuts, changes to Medicaid, and more money for border security. The final vote is expected soon, but it's not clear how it will turn out. The bill is very expensive. It could add $3. 3 trillion to the country's debt over the next 10 years. That's a lot of money. Some people think thi...

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Jun 28 2025POLITICS

Senate Republicans Push for Big Changes in Spending and Tax Bill

Senate Republicans have introduced a revised spending and tax cut bill that includes many of President Trump's domestic priorities. This bill, which is set to be voted on soon, aims to extend Trump's 2017 tax cuts and increase funding for border security, defense, and energy production. However, there are significant differences between the Senate and House versions,...

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