A report from CNN, citing reliable sources, indicates that Texas Governor Greg Abbott is likely to publicly endorse Donald Trump for the 2024 presidential election.
Speculations suggest that Abbott may announce this endorsement during Trump's scheduled visit to McAllen, a border city, on November 19. This anticipated announcement could significantly bolster Trump's campaign.
Abbott's endorsement holds particular significance as he has had a longstanding association with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, a potential rival of Trump in the upcoming election.
During their joint appearance in McAllen, Trump and Abbott are expected to discuss strategies aimed at addressing the issue of illegal immigration, which continues to be a focal point of concern.
Trump has recently intensified discussions about potential immigration policies should he return to the White House, expressing intentions to reintroduce several policies from his first term. These include reviving the travel ban on predominantly Muslim countries and reenacting Title 42, a policy implemented during the Covid era to further restrict immigration into the United States.
Amidst this, Texas is engaged in a rigorous legal confrontation with President Joe Biden's administration regarding measures to control illegal immigration. CNN reports ongoing disputes between Texas and the administration.
In the latest development, Abbott is anticipated to sign a bill that would create a new state offense for entering Texas unlawfully. This bill aims to empower local law enforcement to arrest individuals entering the state illegally and issue orders for them to depart from the United States.
(With Agency Inputs)
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