Two Children and Woman Die Across Rio Grande After Border Patrol Says Texas Troops Denied Intervention!
CNS News–In a heart-wrenching incident at the Rio Grande in Eagle Pass, Texas, a woman and her two children tragically drowned. This incident, occurring on a Friday night, has sparked controversy and deep sorrow. U.S. Border Patrol agents, who were informed of the migrants’ distress by the Mexican government, found themselves barred from intervening by Texas National Guard troops.
These troops, acting under orders from Texas Governor Greg Abbott, created a critical barrier to the agents’ efforts to provide aid. The event has been brought to light by Rep. Henry Cuellar, D-Texas, who emphasized that the victims were part of a group of six migrants facing dire circumstances in the river.
Despite efforts to contact various Texas authorities, Border Patrol agents were met with refusal and unyielding stances, leading to a situation where assistance was impossible. This tragic event raises questions about the intersection of state policies and federal immigration enforcement.
Woman, 2 children die crossing Rio Grande as Border Patrol says Texas troops prevented them from intervening https://t.co/588sai66zQ
— Soraya Chemaly (@schemaly) January 15, 2024
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With the Texas Military Department disputing the narrative and insisting on their unawareness of any migrants in distress, the situation becomes even more complex. The unfolding story has brought sharp criticism from various corners, including the White House, calling Governor Abbott’s actions “cruel, inhumane, and dangerous.”
The incident underscores the ongoing tensions and challenges at the U.S.-Mexico border, highlighting the need for coherent and humane border policies. As the story develops, it brings to the forefront the human cost of political and administrative decisions in border management.