The article discusses the stance of the Texas governor on immigration, specifically targeting solo immigrants who cross the border illegally. The governor has stated that these individuals will be arrested. The article appears to focus on the political measures being taken in Texas to address illegal border crossings, reflecting the state's strict approach to immigration enforcement.

El estado de Texas ha sido el principal oponente de las políticas migratorias del gobierno de Biden en 2021. Texas, que tiene la frontera más larga con México, ha desafiado las iniciativas de inmigración de la Casa Blanca, llevando sus objeciones a los tribunales. Este enfrentamiento destaca la tensión entre el estado y la administración federal en cuanto a la gestión de la inmigración y la seguridad fronteriza.

The influx of Venezuelan migrants at the Del Rio, Texas border continues, with an average of 500 people entering daily. This surge has significantly impacted the small city of 35,000 residents. Venezuelan migrants, who previously arrived by air with more stable plans, are now crossing the southern border in growing numbers, with Texas and specifically Del Rio accounting for a high percentage of these crossings. Migrants include professionals such as engineers, doctors, and teachers. The journey is perilous and expensive, with some families paying up to $10,000. Upon arrival, migrants are detained and must go through the asylum process, which varies but often includes demonstrating 'credible fear' and can result in either release or extended detention. The situation reflects the desperation and deteriorating conditions in Venezuela, prompting migrants to undertake this risky journey.

Over a week into the academic year, thousands of students in most Texas school districts have been diagnosed with COVID-19, as reported by Arnaldo Rojas from Voz de América in Houston.

Funeral homes in Texas are experiencing a significant increase in demand due to COVID-19 deaths, with some facilities exceeding their capacity. In North Houston, one funeral home had to create additional space to store bodies, facing a 100% increase in service requests compared to the previous year. The general manager, Juan Palomo, mentioned adaptations such as shorter visitation services to manage the volume. Strict rules have been implemented in Texan counties for funerals, including bans on food and group gatherings, and limiting chapel capacity. Despite health authority recommendations for cremation or direct burial to prevent virus spread, many continue to follow traditional funeral practices, potentially risking further transmission.

Relatives of six former Citgo executives detained in Caracas since November 2017 without trial are urging the U.S. government to take more decisive action beyond diplomacy to secure their release. The executives were accused of a failed bond refinancing deal involving a 50% stake in Citgo. Concerns for their human rights and health conditions have been raised, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, with a video released by the Venezuelan government claiming their rights are respected, which the families dispute.

The pandemic has led to a significant drop in remittances to El Salvador, with a 40 percent decrease in April 2020 compared to April 2019. The economic reopening in the United States in May had a slightly positive effect, but remittances were still 18 percent lower than the previous year. Remittances are crucial for El Salvador's economy, accounting for about 20 percent of its GDP. Personal stories from Salvadorans like Gladys Chávez and her sister Ana, who resides in the U.S., highlight the financial struggles faced by families due to reduced remittance flows.

LGBTI individuals, like Michell from Honduras, face discrimination, violence, and death, leading many to seek refuge in the United States. Organizations like FLAS in Houston, founded by Elia Chino, offer support to these refugees. Despite legal protections, such as Honduras' penal code Article 321 against sexual orientation discrimination, the reality for LGBTI people remains grim, with 357 LGBTI individuals murdered in Honduras since 2009, according to NGO Cattrachas. The US does not grant refugee status to LGBTI individuals but considers them part of 'protected groups' for asylum purposes.

In April 2020, millions of U.S. households will receive the Census 2020 questionnaire, with a smaller portion also receiving the 'American Community Survey' from the Census Bureau, which includes a question about citizenship. This survey is sent to 3.5 million homes annually and provides detailed statistics about the population. Ana Arredondo, a spokesperson for the Census Bureau, highlighted the importance of the 'American Community Survey' for detailed data that the general census does not capture. Organizations like Naleo are addressing concerns about the citizenship question and ensuring that the Census Bureau has protections in place to keep individual information confidential. The data collected influences the allocation of funds for social assistance programs, political representation, and infrastructure needs such as schools and hospitals.

Julissa Rodríguez, a Hispanic mother, recounts her ordeal starting from a relationship at age 12 with a man 16 years her senior, resulting in a pregnancy. Child Protective Services (CPS) intervened, removing her from her home and placing her baby in foster care, leading to a forced adoption. Julissa faced a legal battle to retain custody, and years later, reunited with Pedro, they formed a family with three more children. In 2018, a call for Julissa's testimony against her former foster father for abuse also revealed criminal charges against Pedro for their past relationship. Pedro, who had been living a normal life unaware of the charges, was incarcerated for a year and a half and faced potential deportation after serving his sentence.

The Houston Independent School District began the academic year with a significant teacher deficit, with nearly 2,000 educators resigning during the 2018-2019 school year, leaving 200 positions vacant on the first day of the new year. The teacher shortage results in larger class sizes, with some classes approaching 40 students. The exodus of teachers, some without district consent, has been a persistent issue for HISD, costing the district an estimated $40 million in the previous academic year. The state's Texas Education Agency has identified multiple failures, and Governor Gregg Abbott has threatened a state takeover. Despite these challenges, some HISD board members remain optimistic about making the necessary changes.

Prior to the enactment of Texas SB4 law, which allows local police agencies to cooperate with immigration authorities, hundreds of individuals had already been handed over to U.S. Customs and Border Protection by the Texas Highway Patrol. An investigation by Univision highlighted cases of undocumented immigrants stopped for traffic violations who were then turned over to Border Patrol. One such case involved 'Guadalupe', a mother deported after a traffic stop, despite having no criminal record in the U.S. The report also noted a significant decrease in reports of sexual violations against Hispanic women and a decline in health program patients without documents, suggesting a fear of interaction with authorities among undocumented immigrants.

Richard Carranza resigned as superintendent of the Houston Independent School District (HISD) to take a similar position in New York City, leaving behind a $115 million fiscal deficit and questions about his high salary in Texas. A comparison with Hillsborough County Public Schools in Florida revealed Carranza's salary was $120,000 higher, despite only an 8% difference in the cost of living. HISD faces a fiscal crisis, with teacher layoffs and school closures planned, and a significant increase in administrative salaries from 2016 to 2017. HISD board member Sergio Lira discussed the challenges of attracting superintendents with competitive salaries. Amidst the fiscal turmoil, calls for an external audit of HISD's finances have increased, which has not occurred in 20 years.