Newsy is on the ground in South Texas, where migrants are crossing the U.S.-Mexico border in massive numbers. Shelters and processing systems in the area are so overwhelmed the Biden administration is scrambling to alleviate pressure, and releasing some migrants without court dates.
'No Information': Newsy Talks To Migrants Released Without Court Dates
The Biden administration is now releasing some asylum-seekers at the border without a court date, an unprecedented move amid a massive surge.
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Texas immigration law SB4: Is it unconstitutional?
An attorney defending Texas’ plans told a panel of federal judges that the law may have "went too far," but that will be up the court to decide.
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Appeals court to decide if Texas immigration law violates Constitution
The law remains on hold as the U.S. Justice Department is suing, arguing Texas is trampling on federal authority to enforce immigration laws.
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Sheriffs worry about housing detained migrants at US-Mexico border
Rural sheriffs who support the law criminalizing illegal entry into the U.S. are concerned about housing the expected influx of apprehended migrants.
Amsterdam to halt hotel construction in bid to control tourism
Dutch authorities said they want to control a city that is overrun with tourism, in their eyes. The effort would also control annual hotel stays.
Messi the dog is retiring from the TSA after work screening travelers
The 8-year-old Labrador Retriever worked at Reagan National Airport, and was the TSA's canine calendar dog of the month in February.
TikTok to start banning 'problematic' content from its For You feed
Next month, content that would be "problematic if viewed in clusters" won't be eligible to be on the FYF.