The supreme court was divided in a 6-3 decision that has allowed Texas to enforce a law empowering police to arrest migrants suspended of crossing the border illegally, despite objections from the Biden administration.
The law permits any Texas officer to makesuch arrests and requires judges to order migrants to leave the US. While the court’s decision didn’t address its constitutionality, it sets the stage for further legal battles.
Mexico has refused to accept deportations from Texas, criticizing the law for its potential to criminalize migrants and lead to family seperations. Liberal justices dissented, arning of chaos and a disruption of federal-state balance.
The White House called the law harmful and unconstitutional, urging congressional Republicans to address border security with federal legislation. Critics fear the law could encourage other states to pass similar measures and lead to civil rights violations.
Texas urges it has the right to address the border crisis, while some local officials express doubts about its constitutionality and practicality.
