In a legal battle that could have far-reaching consequences, two civil rights groups have filed a lawsuit against the state of Texas over its controversial new border law. The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and the Texas Civil Rights Project have joined forces to challenge a law that grants power to police officers to arrest migrants and allows judges to remove them. They argue that the law is unconstitutional and could potentially lead to racial profiling.
The plaintiffs in the case are both non-profit organizations based in El Paso County. They assert that the law goes beyond state jurisdiction and interferes with federal authorities and protections, such as the right to seek asylum. Additionally, they claim that enforcing this law would impose an enormous financial burden on the county, estimating costs in the millions of dollars.
