Exploring the immigration and border security dynamics in Eagle Pass, Texas, this chapter uncovers the impact of national politics on the local community. From the deceptive appearance of the Rio Grande to the harsh realities of border barriers, the chapter vividly portrays the challenges faced by migrants seeking asylum and the complexities of law enforcement dynamics in the region.
Immigration has become a top issue for voters in the 2024 election cycle, but people on the border want action now — not after November.
On the Big Take podcast, Bloomberg's Washington Bureau Chief Peggy Collins visits Eagle Pass, Texas, to explore why the US-Mexico border is shaping up to be a dominant campaign issue and what the needs on the ground really are.
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