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Texas Governor Seizes Control of Public Park on U.S.-Mexico Border
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Texas Governor Seizes Control of Public Park on U.S.-Mexico Border

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has taken control of Shelby Park, a public park located in the border community of Eagle Pass. The move is part of the governor's homegrown immigration enforcement operation, which aims to address the surge in illegal immigration at the U.S.-Mexico border. This controversial decision has sparked a heated debate between state and federal officials, with Texas accused of stymying help for bused migrants. Shelby Park, situated along the U.S. side of the Rio Grande, has become a focal point in the ongoing immigration crisis. Governor Abbott's forces, including the Texas National Guard, moved in on Wednesday night to assume control of the park indefinitely. The takeover was met with surprise and resistance from local officials, including Eagle Pass Mayor Rolando Sa...