The Port of Entry in El Paso, Texas, has been shut down by law enforcement officers in full riot gear, marking a significant escalation in border security measures. This move comes as President Donald J. Trump reinstates the controversial ‘Remain in Mexico’ policy, a hallmark of his earlier immigration agenda. The policy, formally known as the Migrant Protection Protocols, requires asylum seekers to stay in Mexico while their claims are processed in the United States.
The shutdown of the port of entry has left countless migrants and asylum seekers in limbo. The administration has also canceled millions of scheduled Customs and Border Protection (CBP) appointments, further complicating the situation for those seeking entry into the U.S. The CBP One app, which allowed migrants to schedule appointments, has been deactivated, leaving many without a clear path forward.
The reinstatement of the ‘Remain in Mexico’ policy is part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to tighten border security and curb illegal immigration. President Trump has also announced plans to deploy federal troops to the border and sign a series of executive orders aimed at cracking down on illegal immigration. These measures include ending the catch-and-release policy and designating certain international cartels and crime organizations as terrorist groups.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has voiced his support for President Trump’s actions, stating that Texas looks forward to working with the administration to secure the border and build a brighter future for all Americans. However, the situation remains tense, with law enforcement officers maintaining a heavy presence at the port of entry to ensure security.
As the situation continues to unfold, it is clear that the reinstatement of the ‘Remain in Mexico’ policy and the shutdown of the port of entry in El Paso are having significant repercussions for migrants and asylum seekers. The coming days and weeks will be critical in determining how these policies will be implemented and what their long-term impact will be on border security and immigration.
🚨#BREAKING: Police in riot gear have now shut down the Port of Entry in El Paso as President Trump reinstates the Remain in Mexico policy
⁰📌#ElPaso | #TexasCurrently law enforcement in full riot gear announces the shutdown and closure of the port of entry in El Paso, Texas,… pic.twitter.com/3rh46Sxw7F
— R A W S A L E R T S (@rawsalerts) January 20, 2025
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