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Abbott asks state attorney general to investigate NGOs over immigration

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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) asked his top law enforcement official to investigate nongovernmental organizations. Abbott said the number of illegal immigrants crossing the Texas-Mexico border has reached an all-time high. Abbott largely blamed federal border management and the activities of NGOs for conditions along the border.

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Gov. Abbott calls on attorney general to investigate NGOs assisting "illegal immigrants"

AUSTIN, Texas -- Texas Governor Greg Abbott is asking the state's attorney general to investigate non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that may have assisted with illegal border crossings near El Paso. Gov. Abbott says recent reports indicate NGOs may be unlawfully orchestrating border crossings on both sides of the border, including sectors other than El Paso. "I stand ready to work with you to craft any sensible legislative solutions your off…

1 year ago·Panama City, United States

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The Hill

Abbott asks state attorney general to investigate NGOs over immigration

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) on Wednesday asked his top law enforcement official to investigate nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) operating in the state over their role in assisting immigrants to cross the U.S.-Mexico border. In a letter to Attorney General Ken Paxton (R), Abbott said the number of “illegal immigrants crossing the Texas-Mexico border has reached…

1 year ago·Washington, United States

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The Daily Caller

Texas Gov Abbott Demands Investigation Into NGOs ‘Aiding Illegal Crossings’ At Border

Gov. Greg Abbott is demanding an investigation into groups he says could be aiding and abetting the surge in illegal immigration at the southern border.

1 year ago·Washington, United States

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Just the News

Abbott asks Texas AG to investigate NGOs for allegedly aiding illegal migrants

The letter comes one day after a mass migrant crossing in El Paso, Texas.

1 year ago·Washington, United States

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CNHI News

Abbott calls for investigations of NGOs, claims aiding undocumented immigrants

AUSTIN — Gov. Greg Abbott sent a letter to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton on Wednesday directing his office to conduct investigations into nonprofit organizations that may have played a

1 year ago·United States

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Abbott calls for investigation of NGOs

AUSTIN — Gov. Greg Abbott sent a letter to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton on Wednesday directing his office to conduct investigations into nonprofit organizations that may have played a

1 year ago

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