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The (Constitutional) Crisis at the Border
Apr 2, 2024
The podcast discusses Texas passing a law to police the US-Mexico border, challenging federal policy. It delves into the conflict between state and federal powers, exploring the implications of criminalizing presence in the US illegally and escalating border patrol encounters.
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- Texas challenging federal jurisdiction over immigration with SB4 law creates a constitutional crisis.
- Increased border patrol encounters fuel political debate on immigration crisis, highlighting state-federal tensions.
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Texas State Law on Illegal Immigration
Texas is looking to introduce a state law that criminalizes being in the US illegally, a move that challenges federal jurisdiction over immigration. Despite the established federal control over immigration, Texas is pushing forward with this law, known as SB4, causing a constitutional crisis by encroaching on federal powers. The Supreme Court's lack of intervention adds to the complexity of this issue, highlighting the tension between state and federal authorities.
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