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How Gov. Abbott's New Border Strategy Could Affect Texas

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Texas BorderApril 7, 2022 6:31 pm

How Gov. Abbott's New Border Strategy Could Affect Texas

Governor Greg Abbott revealed his new strategy on Wednesday to keep people from crossing into Texas illegally. Searches of some trucks, cars and SUVs are underway at border checkpoints. NBC 5’s Maria Guerrero looks at the ripple effect the plan could have across the state.

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How Gov. Abbott's New Border Strategy Could Affect Texas

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