Mexican authorities announced on Friday that they have detained approximately 475,000 irregular migrants since October. This comes as U.S. President-elect Donald Trump continues to put pressure on Mexico, threatening to impose tariffs if the country fails to address the issue of illegal migration at the shared border. Measures to intensify the detention of migrants increased … Read more
Mexico is taking action in response to President-elect Donald Trump’s threats of massive deportations by announcing its plans to open 25 migrant shelters exclusively for Mexican citizens, according to a report by the New York Post. The doors of each venue are set to open on January 20th, which is Inauguration Day, and they will … Read more
The Arizona Supreme Court has launched a Steering Committee on Mental Health and the Justice System, aiming to better integrate mental health care into legal proceedings. Led by former Chief Justice Robert M. Brutinel, the committee consists of 26 members from both the judicial and mental health fields. Its goal is to advise the Arizona … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump has made sweeping promises about his approach to border control and immigration reform, including executing the largest deportation effort in U.S. history. However, his ambitious immigration agenda is already encountering significant obstacles, both in legal battles and on the ground. Like during his first term, Trump’s immigration policies are facing intense scrutiny … Read more
Texas, Florida, Arizona, and Idaho are projected to gain congressional seats following the 2030 census, according to population estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau analyzed by Election Data Services. If apportionment were conducted today, Texas and Florida would each gain two seats, while Arizona and Idaho would gain one seat each. Conversely, states like California, … Read more
The Arizona Department of Water Resources has announced the need to regulate groundwater in the rural southeast of the state. In order to prevent the rapid depletion of water due to agricultural use, a controlled area will be designated. This measure is aimed at ensuring the sustainable management of groundwater resources in Cochise County, Arizona. … Read more
The Zkittlez cannabis strain made its long-awaited debut in Arizona in 2024, quickly becoming the state’s top new strain of the year. Originally bred from Grape Ape and Grapefruit, this indica-dominant hybrid is celebrated for its bold flavor profile, featuring notes of grape candy, tropical fruits, lavender, ginger, skunk, and diesel. Rich in terpenes like … Read more
During his first public appearance as President-elect, Donald Trump articulated his vision for America. PHOENIX — In a recent development, Governor Hobbs has raised concerns about the legality of a border policy implemented during the Trump administration. Governor Hobbs’ updated statement clarifies her position on this matter. President-elect Donald Trump made his first public appearance … Read more
Law enforcement personnel along Arizona’s border with Mexico experienced a sense of anticipation during the final weeks of President Joe Biden’s administration, as they eagerly awaited new instructions from incoming President Donald Trump. As part of our coverage of the presidential transition, the ABC15 political team accompanied the Cochise County Sheriff’s Office during the arrest … Read more
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has sparked controversy with the launch of a new initiative. The initiative, which was announced on December 19, 2024, seeks to discourage illegal immigration from Mexico and Central America. It includes powerful messages that highlight the risks migrants may encounter on their journey and the repercussions of unlawfully crossing the border. … Read more