Trump says the border is secure. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott keeps declaring an emergency

A local news story from Texas, reported by KERA Dallas (NPR).

Local News · Texas · October 15, 2026

From KERA Dallas (NPR)

Since Abbott first declared a border emergency in 2021, he’s renewed or amended the proclamation at least 69 times. The proclamation has greatly expanded his powers.

Reported by KERA Dallas (NPR), October 15, 2026. Read the full story at KERA Dallas (NPR) →

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