Texas Sees Huge Drop in Border Crossings as Greg Abbott's Fight Heats Up
Texas border crossings dipped dramatically between December and January, according new data from the federal government.
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Texas border crossings dipped dramatically between December and January, according new data from the federal government.
From the commentary, "When we build dynamic worker visa programs, a swath of individuals who would otherwise show up at our southern border asking for asylum are instead welcomed into a state or industry that needs and wants them."
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The National Institutes of Health should form an Office of Co-Production in the Office of the Director to ensure meaningful public engagement and rebuild trust.