Govt chapter 1

Operation Lone Star

A Texas initiative launched by Governor Abbott in March 2021 to address federal immigration policy failures along the southern border.

Governor Greg Abbott

The Governor of Texas who signed legislation in June 2023 aimed at curtailing illegal immigration and enhancing border security.

Legislation aims

To manage illegal immigration and protect Texans from border-related issues.

Disaster declaration

A declaration issued by Abbott in May 2021 covering 53 counties to enable the deployment of Texas National Guard troops to the border.

390,000

The number of undocumented migrant apprehensions reported as a result of Operation Lone Star as of June 2023.

Buoy and razor wire programs

Controversial measures implemented to make entering Texas more difficult and dangerous for migrants.

Border control initiatives

Programs that include busing migrants to northern cities and installing barriers to deter illegal crossings.

Political cleavages

The division of citizens in Texas, particularly between Democrats and Republicans, on issues such as immigration and border security.

Border-related crimes

Crimes such as drug smuggling and human trafficking that the National Guard and local law enforcement are tasked to address.

Criticism of Operation Lone Star

Concerns raised by Democrats and media critics about the reliability and interpretation of statistics reported by Abbott's office.