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Trump Says the Border Is Secure. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott Keeps Declaring an Emergency.
Publication: ProPublica
Authors: Perla Trevizo, Lexi Churchill
Source published: 15/10/2026, 10:00:00 UTC
Briefing created: 15/10/2026, 11:39:00 UTC
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Briefings
Texas Governor Greg Abbott renewed a border security emergency proclamation 69 times during his term, contrasting with the Trump administration's claim of historic migrant flow drops. Abbott consolidated executive powers to bypass state legislature, awarding over $5 million in noncompetitive contracts to agencies like the Department of Public Safety since January 2025. While border patrol apprehensions dropped to an average of 8,000 monthly this year, Abbott argues failed Democrat policies caused a humanitarian crisis requiring continued vigilance. The governor's office declined to comment on specific contract details, though Deputy Press Secretary Madeline Waschak confirmed the governor maintains border security as a priority.
Key points
- Texas Governor Greg Abbott renewed a border security emergency proclamation 69 times during his term, contrasting with the Trump administration's claim of historic migrant flow drops.
- Since January 2025, Abbott's office awarded over $5 million in noncompetitive contracts to agencies like the Department of Public Safety and Texas Military Department, citing the emergency declaration.
Context and limitations
State records show contract details remain unverified; specific contract recipients and amounts for noncompetitive contracts are not fully disclosed. Border patrol apprehension figures are averages and may not reflect current conditions. Some claims about humanitarian crises and drug trafficking are attributed to Abbott's statements rather than verified reports.
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