Texas stands firm in its efforts to protect the state's border, with a recent showdown taking place at a park in Eagle Pass. The Texas government is refusing to comply with the Biden administration's demands to allow Border Patrol back onto a specific piece of property, leading to an exchange of letters between Texas Attorney General Paxton and the federal government.
In a letter directed to the Biden administration, Paxton outlined his demands. He requested that the federal government provide evidence, by February 15th, supporting its claim of ownership over the disputed land through a previous easement. According to Paxton, if the Biden administration can prove its rights to the property, Texas will allow federal agents back in. Until then, Texas remains resolute in standing its ground.
The validity of the federal government's claim is under scrutiny, as there have been no publicly available records to support their assertions. Texas is challenging the federal government to present the necessary evidence, highlighting the lack of confidence in the government's ability to do so. The situation remains unresolved, and the dispute over ownership continues with both sides holding their positions.
Additionally, a video has emerged showing what appears to be a coyote, a person who smuggles individuals across the border for a fee, guiding a family illegally through the fast-moving waters of the Rio Grande. The coyote escorts the family, including a young girl, across the river into the United States and swiftly returns to Mexico before making a quick escape. This incident serves as a striking example of the activities of coyotes and the profitable business they engage in along the border.
Despite the ongoing standoff at the park, there have been slight concessions. Texas has granted Border Patrol access to the boat launch area, allowing them to patrol the Rio Grande from the water. However, the state remains steadfast in its refusal to allow Biden's border agents onto the contested property, specifically requesting that they refrain from removing or tampering with the razor wire.
Notably, the Border Union supports Texas in this matter, applauding the state for freeing up resources to enforce border laws in other locations. The controversy surrounding the park in Eagle Pass reflects the larger issue of border security, which remains a subject of fervent debate and action.
As the situation unfolds, both Texas and the federal government continue to assert their positions, leaving the question of property ownership and the broader issue of border security in limbo. The February 15th deadline set by Paxton looms as an opportunity for the federal government to provide the necessary proof, but until then, Texas will maintain its stance in protecting its border.
