This exclusive report takes you inside the U.S. border enforcement process, revealing what happens when migrants are deported or expelled at the U.S.-Mexico border by the US Border Patrol. We also investigate how human traffickers or “Coyotes” repeatedly evade justice and explore Governor Abbott’s long-term border strategy under the new Trump administration.

Edward R. Murrow and Emmy-winning journalist Yami Virgin reports and produces this podcast with Photojournalist Paul Sanchez.

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We uncover the dangers of cartel activity in Tamaulipas, Mexico, including the use of explosives impacting American businesses.

With the raw interviews of Patricia Driscoll, a security contractor, and former FBI agent Jorge Luis Cisneros, who now owns a company that secures businesses on both sides of the border, we get insight into how cartel actions influence daily life and explore the potential implications of classifying cartels as Foreign Terrorist Organizations or FTOs.

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In an exclusive interview, Chief Jason Owens shares insights after announcing his retirement from the Border Patrol.

Today, the Border Sheriffs Coalition sent a letter to Governor Abbott, urging him to name Chief Owens as the new Border Czar. This comes as the current Border Czar, Michael Banks, has been tapped by the Trump administration to lead the Border Patrol.

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Beth Watkins, a legal trailblazer and former Justice of the Fourth Court of Appeals, joins us to discuss one of Texas' most urgent legal challenges. Elected in 2018, she authored over 600 opinions with a remarkable reversal rate of under 1%. Before her judicial career, she led more than 200 appeals in state and federal courts, earning Board Certification in Civil Appellate Law in 2008.

In the second part of our interview, Justice Watkins offers insight into the legal complexities of Operation Lone Star and the migrant detention crisis, focusing on Kinney County, where criminal trespass arrests caused a surge in appeals, overwhelming the court’s capacity.

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A video showing a Border Patrol agent allegedly kneeing a K9 at the Falfurrias Checkpoint has gone viral, sparking widespread outrage online.The footage, which surfaced last week, depicts the agent appearing to place her knee on the dog multiple times.

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A legal powerhouse who has profoundly impacted Texas law joins us this week—former Justice Beth Watkins of the Fourth Court of Appeals. Elected in 2018, she has authored over 600 opinions and maintained an impressive reversal rate of less than 1%. Before joining the court, she led more than 200 appeals in both state and federal courts, earning Board Certification in Civil Appellate Law in 2008.

As Texas deals with complex legal challenges surrounding Operation Lone Star and the ongoing controversy over migrants being detained for extended periods without due process, Justice Watkins brings unique insights into how the state’s appellate courts are navigating these high-stakes issues. We’re honored that she joined us for another edition of Immigration Crisis the fight for the Southern Border. 

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A federal judge in Texas made a big ruling about funding for the border wall and what the Biden Administration can and cannot use it for.

This latest ruling says the Biden administration can’t sell any materials intended for the border wall and can’t assign funds that Congress dedicated to border wall construction for any other purposes.

This lawsuit was originally filed by Texas and Missouri in 2021, and a judge sided with them in May.

In December, both Attorneys General filed a complaint after pictures of border wall pieces up for auction went viral.

Screenshots of the government surplus website GovPlanet showed wall materials up for auction with bidding starting at five dollars.

Those listings have since been taken down.

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We delve into the complexities of the U.S.-Mexico border, where perspectives from the American side are often limited. To truly understand the realities, one must sometimes cross over.

We highlight the courageous work of journalists on the Mexican side, who risk their lives to report the truth. Among them is John Ritchie of ImpactoVision, who broadcasts live from the Rio Grande near Eagle Pass, Texas. Ritchie balances empathy for migrants with criticism of illegal crossings and the dangers some face, including bringing children on perilous journeys.

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In this week's Texas Border Watch, Jordan Elder looks into how many miles of border wall have been completed in the last few years and the hurdles Texas faces in completing the project. We'll also show you the new billboards Gov. Greg Abbott is rolling out in other countries to deter illegal immigration. Meanwhile, Canada is investing $1.3 billion to bolster border security amid tariff threats.

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Terrell County is a remote area 120 miles west of Del Rio where Sheriff Thaddeus Cleveland and his small team work tirelessly to secure over 2,400 square miles of rugged terrain. As the “Smuggler’s Moon” brings increased border activity, we witness firsthand the challenges law enforcement faces, from tracking migrants left by coyotes to combating limited resources. Locals, like café owner Jake Harper, share how border security impacts their lives. Sheriff Cleveland reflects on decades of struggle and his hopes for change as President-elect Trump prepares to take office.

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