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Texans Greet Plans For Trump’s Wall With Tears, Fears Or Open Arms

Julián Aguilar, The Texas Tribune

Posted on May 18, 2017 · From the Rio Grande Valley to West Texas, Texans who live along the Rio Grande are preparing for the possible border wall — some eagerly, others fearfully.

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Trump Vision Of Mexico-US Border Roils Mexico’s Domestic Politics

Lorne Matalon, Marfa Public Radio

Posted on May 8, 2017 · Mexican nationalism is gaining as threats from the U.S. mount.

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Mexico Worries That A New Border Wall Will Worsen Flooding

John Burnett, NPR

Posted on April 25, 2017 · The 1970 Boundary Treaty requires that U.S. and Mexican officials on the International Boundary and Water Commission be in agreement before building structures that might affect the Rio Grande's flow.

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Almost 100 Days In, ‘Trumpism’ Is Still Not Clearly Defined

Mara Liasson, NPR

Posted on April 25, 2017 · Donald Trump is a man who's made a life out of branding. But as president, the brand is muddled — is he a protectionist looking out for the little guy or has he gone "mainstream"?

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Dems Say Trump Can Avert Shutdown Risk If He Relents On Wall

Associated Press

Posted on April 24, 2017 · A government shutdown could be imminent as Dems take stand against President Trump's budget and plan for border wall

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Border Wall Could Leave Some Americans on ‘Mexican Side’

Associated Press

Posted on April 17, 2017 · The proposed border wall has the potential to leave some US citizens on the 'Mexico Side'

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PHOTOS: The Many Possible Shapes Of Trump’s Border Wall

Colin Dwyer, NPR

Posted on April 6, 2017 · The bidding period has closed for the companies hoping to design and deliver the president's signature campaign promise. Here's a glimpse of some proposals — from wire mesh to 30-foot pipe organs.

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Border Wall Contractors Brace For Hostile Environment

Associated Press

Posted on April 4, 2017 · Bidders on President Trump border wall project want to prepare for potentially dangerous situations

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Mexico’s President Cancels Planned D.C. Trip To Meet With Trump

Merrit Kennedy, NPR

Posted on January 26, 2017 · President Trump tweeted this morning: "If Mexico is unwilling to pay for the badly needed wall, then it would be better to cancel the upcoming meeting." Now, President Peña Nieto has done just that.

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‘A Nation Without Borders Is Not A Nation’: Trump Moves Forward With U.S.-Mexico Wall

Bill Chappell, NPR / Merrit Kennedy, NPR / TAMARA KEITH, NPR

Posted on January 25, 2017 · A campaign promise gets closer to reality with a new executive order Wednesday, one of several changes the president is announcing in a visit to Homeland Security.

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Rep. Cuellar Says Border Patrol Advising Trump On Options For A Wall

Shelley Kofler, TPR

Posted on December 28, 2016 · Congressman Henry Cuellar, a Laredo Democrat, says the U.S. Border Patrol is making recommendations to incoming President Trump for the kind of wall that might be built between Texas and Mexico.

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Texans’ minority owner on hiring process for coaches and improving diversity (April 28, 2022)

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Another grand jury has declined to indict former Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson

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The Texans’ new coach, the week in politics, and Mardi Gras returns to Galveston (Feb. 9, 2022)

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A year after mobilizing for Biden, young supporters feel let down on immigration

FRANCO ORDOÑEZ, NPR

Posted on January 19, 2022 · Young people helped mobilize voters for President Biden. Many now feel Biden hasn't pushed hard enough to deliver on the immigration goals he set.

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