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Mexico GP promoter confirms talks with IndyCar for 2026 race

The topic of IndyCar taking a trip south of the Rio Grande has been a hot topic since NASCAR announced plans in August to have a race at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez - the same track where Formula 1’s Mexican Grand Prix is held.

Autosport

If it survives in court, Texas’ immigration law could upend immigration enforcement nationwide

Texas challenged federal supremacy by creating a state crime for illegal entry into the U.S. The courts will decide whether it’s constitutional — and whether other states can follow Texas’ lead.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Sees Increase In Border Apprehensions In August As National Figures Rise Slightly

The Rio Grande Valley and Del Rio sectors saw 4% and 6% increases, respectively. It's still much lower than the historical records seen in December.

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Texas Sees Increase in Border Apprehensions in August as National Figures Rise Slightly

The Rio Grande Valley and Del Rio sectors saw 4% and 6% increases, respectively. It's still much lower than the historical records seen in December

Latin Times

Border officials in South Texas on high alert after tiger from a Reynosa zoo goes missing

The Rio Grande River is less than 50 yards across from Reynosa to Hidalgo, Texas; an adult tiger can swim up to seven miles in a single day

Latin Times

Latinos in once true-blue Texas border zone are getting on the Trump train

The Rio Grande valley’s Tejano population was once reliably Democratic but traditional loyalties have been eroded

The Guardian - US

Cuban gold medallist who swam the Rio Grande for new life is back at the Olympics

Fernando Dayan Jorge Enriquez was a national hero after Tokyo 2020 but defected and is now part of the Refugee Team

The Guardian - UK

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United States v. Abbott and State War Powers

A guest post from Professor Rob Natelson.

Reason

Texas will be allowed to keep floating barrier across Rio Grande designed to slow immigrant crossings

A ruling in December by a panel of the 5th US Circuit Court of Appeals stated that the barrier should be removed, but that has now been overturned

The Independent UK

Texas' floating Rio Grande barrier can stay for now, court rules as larger legal battle persists

A floating barrier in the Rio Grande meant to discourage migrants from trying to cross from Mexico into Texas can stay for now, a full federal appeals court has ruled

The Independent UK

Texas Wins Legal Battle Over Rio Grande Barrier Construction

The 5th US Circuit Court of Appeals rules in favor of Texas, allowing the state to maintain its floating barrier in the Rio Grande amid legal disputes with...

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Texas’ floating barrier in the Rio Grande can stay for now, appeals court says

After Texas deployed the barrier, a panel ordered it removed. The full appeals court says it can stay while a lower court hears a case on the merits.

The Texas Tribune

As the Rio Grande runs dry, South Texas cities look to alternatives for water

Many of the solutions are costly, putting them out of reach for small towns. But the region's most populous cities are getting innovative.

The Texas Tribune

Governor Greg Abbott wins legal battle on Texas' floating buoy barrier in border with Mexico

The state has placed the buoys on the Rio Grande. The Biden administration filed a lawsuit to force its removal

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U.S. Supreme Court blocks the state’s Rio Grande water deal with New Mexico

Water law experts say the Supreme Court's recent decision will set a precedent for the federal government to intervene in water conflicts between states moving forward.

Texas Observer

Between the Concertina Wire and the Cartel

As a border physician, I see firsthand the violence of Operation Lone Star, which has made America a key partner in a dangerous triad targeting refugees.

Latin Times

Texas towns across the Rio Grande impose emergency measures due to lack of water from Mexico and droughts

Town across the border have imposed restrictions to deal with the situation, which is not showing signs of improvement

Texas Observer

Forgotten Keepers of the Rio Grande Delta

Juan Mancias leads the Carrizo/Comecrudo, unrecognized and little-known, in a struggle against fossil fuels, SpaceX, and historical erasure.

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El Paso residents rally to protect a Rio Grande wetland from possible highway project

Potential routes for a highway in El Paso’s Mission Valley run alongside a restored wetland called Rio Bosque. Environmental advocates are urging TxDOT to scrap the idea.

The Guardian - US

‘Why doesn’t anybody care?’ Texas-Mexico border devastated by anti-migrant operation

Greg Abbott’s strategy to deter immigration isn’t just harming people and costing billions – it’s ruining the Rio Grande’s ecosystem

The Texas Tribune

South Texas farmers are in peril as the Rio Grande Valley runs dry — again

With the hottest days still ahead, local leaders have declared emergencies. And farmers are lobbying for the U.S. government to pressure Mexico to release water.

The Texas Tribune

As Biden and Trump visit the border, many Texas residents feel ignored

When the two presidents used the Texas-Mexico boundary as a backdrop for the national immigration fight, residents felt they were left out of the conversation.

Roll Call

Supreme Court clears way for US to remove Texas border barrier - Roll Call

A divided Supreme Court on Monday temporarily allowed the Biden administration to remove a barrier Texas placed at the U.S.-Mexico border.

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White House demands access to border area after tragic migrant deaths

This article discusses the tragic incident where three migrants, including two children, drowned while attempting to cross the Rio Grande. The White House ...

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