Massive Crackdown on Illegal Immigration Unveiled by Texas Governor

According to Fox News, Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced that the Department of Homeland Security and state authorities will be carrying out immigration enforcement operations in Colony Ridge, a large development known for attracting immigrants. This crackdown is now in full force as of Monday.

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New Measures: Texas Governor Targets Illegal Immigrant Community Close to Major City

Governor Abbott mentioned that the area, located less than an hour from Houston, the largest city in Texas, is currently being targeted. Colony Ridge promotes land for sale with low down payments, and it is believed that thousands of undocumented immigrants reside in the community, which has been linked to cartel activity and a notable lack of police presence.

Governor of Texas Announces New Measures to Combat Illegal Immigration in Metro Area

This morning, Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) troopers and special agents will be working alongside Homeland Security Investigations in the operation targeting criminals and illegal immigrants, according to Governor Abbott. He also noted that he has been collaborating on this effort with President Donald Trump’s border czar, Tom Homan, for months. The crackdown is having widespread effects across the state, with both positive and negative consequences.

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