Texas demands Congress reimburse $11 billion for border security costs.

The Texas Legislature demands Congress reimburse the state for $11 billion spent on border security since 2021. Texas claims the federal government's failure to enforce immigration laws led to increased illegal immigration, burdening the state with crime and resource strain. Operation Lone Star, a joint effort by the Texas Department of Public Safety and the Texas Military Department, reportedly reduced illegal border crossings by 74%.

Texas demands Congress reimburse $11 billion for border security costs.

The Texas Legislature demands Congress reimburse the state for $11 billion spent on border security since 2021. Texas claims the federal government's failure to enforce immigration laws led to increased illegal immigration, burdening the state with crime and resource strain. Operation Lone Star, a joint effort by the Texas Department of Public Safety and the Texas Military Department, reportedly reduced illegal border crossings by 74%.