McALLEN, Texas (Border Report) — In this episode of Border Report Live, reporters Julian Resendiz and Sandra Sanchez, along with host Rudy Mireles, explore the rationale behind Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem painting a section of the border wall black during her trip to Santa Teresa, New Mexico.
Noem claimed that painting the border wall black would increase its temperature and make it harder for migrants to cross illegally, a move that human rights organizations are condemning.
Additionally, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum stated that she was not made aware of the DEA's initiation of Gatekeeper and Mexico's involvement in what the United States refers to as a joint effort.
In Texas, over 50 massage studios have had their permits canceledand inquiries initiated into what the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation claims are human and sex trafficking activities.
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Sandra Sanchez is available via email at SSanchez@BorderReport.com.
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