U.S. Border Patrol Chief Raul Ortiz debunked a claim made by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) that agents had found an “explosive” near the southern border in January, confirming that the object was actually a piece of a plastic water bottle. All of the Democrats on the panel opted to boycott the hearing, arguing that Republicans were using the field hearing to “score political points” and spread misinformation. The incident highlights the ongoing political tensions between Republicans and Democrats in Congress.
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Large Group of Migrants Attempts to Breach U.S.-Mexico Border, Prompting Increased Security Measures
Large Group of Migrants Attempts to Breach U.S.-Mexico Border, Prompting Increased Security Measures
On Sunday, a large group of mainly Venezuelan migrants attempted to breach the border at the Paso Del Norte International Bridge, which links El Paso to Juarez, Mexico. U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials, Border Patrol Agents, and El Paso Police responded to the incident, setting up traffic barriers, concertina wire, and agents in riot gear. The group had been frustrated by delays and difficulties in applying for asylum and had gathered near the bridge entrance due to a rumor of a "day of the migrant" celebration. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of following the proper procedures for seeking asylum and the need for increased security at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, has criticized the Department of Justice for not charging any protesters outside Supreme Court justices' homes in the wake of the Dobbs decision. In response, Attorney General Merrick Garland said that white supremacists are the most dangerous domestic terror group in the US, and that the DOJ is committed to protecting the rights of all Americans. The DOJ has yet to comment on Cruz's criticism.