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Galveston Protest Ignites Legal Debate Over Federal Enforcement Tactics

Hundreds gathered in Galveston to protest federal immigration enforcement tactics, sparked by the deaths of two U.S. citizens at the hands of federal officers in Minnesota. The demonstration highlighted serious constitutional questions regarding federal power, citizens' rights, and the legal accountability of federal agencies for their actions.

Feb 2, 2026

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Texas Immigration Law SB 4 Faces Full Appeals Court Review: What It Means for State Power and Constitutional Rights

Texas's controversial immigration law, Senate Bill 4, is currently under review by the full Fifth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, challenging the long-standing federal authority over immigration. The case raises critical constitutional questions about states' rights versus federal supremacy, especially after the U.S. Department of Justice withdrew its challenge, leaving civil rights groups to argue against the law's novel "invasion" claim and its public policy implications.

Jan 22, 2026

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Texas Governor Calls for Arrests Over Immigration Enforcement Obstruction

Texas Governor Greg Abbott recently called for the arrest of individuals obstructing immigration enforcement, following a video showing a suspect ramming ICE vehicles. This incident sparks legal questions about criminal obstruction of federal agents and intensifies the ongoing public policy debate over immigration enforcement tactics and the rights of undocumented individuals in the state.

Jan 15, 2026

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