Donald Trump's second term to bring sweeping immigration changes, mass deportations on first week
President-elect Donald Trump is set to officially take office for a second term on January 20, with promises of sweeping changes to immigration and border security on day one.
President-elect Donald Trump is set to officially take office for a second term on January 20, with promises of sweeping changes to immigration and border security on day one.
CBP One App used by migrants as gateway to the United States
For many Mexican-Americans, the McAllen-Hidalgo International Bridge is a vital link between the economies and educational opportunities of the United States and Mexico. However, for migrants entering the U.S. legally through the CBP One app, it represents their first step toward freedom.
For many Mexican-Americans, the McAllen-Hidalgo International Bridge is a vital link between the economies and educational opportunities of the United States and Mexico. However, for migrants entering the U.S. legally through the CBP One app, it represents their first step toward freedom.
Kristi Noem faces Senate confirmation hearing
So far, Kristi Noem appears to have strong backing from GOP senators who will be crucial to her confirmation as head of the Department of Homeland Security.
So far, Kristi Noem appears to have strong backing from GOP senators who will be crucial to her confirmation as head of the Department of Homeland Security.
Preparations urged for possible mass deportations
Inauguration day is days away and President-elect Donald Trump has touted mass deportations on day one of his presidency. Officials at the Mexican Consulate in Houston say they're prepared asking nationals to reach out for help. FOX 26's Jonathan Mejia has the details.
Inauguration day is days away and President-elect Donald Trump has touted mass deportations on day one of his presidency. Officials at the Mexican Consulate in Houston say they're prepared asking nationals to reach out for help. FOX 26's Jonathan Mejia has the details.
Mexican Consulate in Houston prepares for potential mass deportations
As Inauguration Day approaches, the Mexican Consulate in Houston is gearing up to support Mexican nationals in response to President-elect Donald Trump's proposed mass deportations.
As Inauguration Day approaches, the Mexican Consulate in Houston is gearing up to support Mexican nationals in response to President-elect Donald Trump's proposed mass deportations.
CBP One app offers border guidance to migrants
For many Mexican-Americans in South Texas, the McAllen Hidalgo International Bridge serves as a connector between the economies and education of both countries. It is also the first step for many migrants who enter the country to freedom. FOX 26's Jonathan Mejia spoke with migrants who use the CBP One app to find guidance as they begin their new lives.
For many Mexican-Americans in South Texas, the McAllen Hidalgo International Bridge serves as a connector between the economies and education of both countries. It is also the first step for many migrants who enter the country to freedom. FOX 26's Jonathan Mejia spoke with migrants who use the CBP One app to find guidance as they begin their new lives.
Catholic charities of the RGV's Humanitarian Respite Center supports migrants
Sister Norma Pimentel, Director of the Humanitarian Respite Center, part of the Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley, provides crucial support to those in need.
Sister Norma Pimentel, Director of the Humanitarian Respite Center, part of the Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley, provides crucial support to those in need.
Hidalgo County's political shift from blue to red in 2024: Border Watch with Jonathan Mejia
Hidalgo County, Texas, shifted from voting Democratic to Republican in the 2024 election as residents express they have become more concerned about border security.
Hidalgo County, Texas, shifted from voting Democratic to Republican in the 2024 election as residents express they have become more concerned about border security.
Catholic charities help immigrants get fresh start
One charity is devoted to helping immigrants start new lives in the United States. FOX 26's Jonathan Mejia went to the border to find out what they're doing for those who have made the journey to Texas.
One charity is devoted to helping immigrants start new lives in the United States. FOX 26's Jonathan Mejia went to the border to find out what they're doing for those who have made the journey to Texas.
Border Watch: Immigration & border security in Texas
President-elect Donald Trump has promised to make sweeping changes when it comes to immigration and border security. FOX 26's Jonathan Mejia went to the Rio Grande Valley to see how the sector is doing before Inauguration Day.
President-elect Donald Trump has promised to make sweeping changes when it comes to immigration and border security. FOX 26's Jonathan Mejia went to the Rio Grande Valley to see how the sector is doing before Inauguration Day.
Mexico's immigration policy seems to shift: Border Watch with Jonathan Mejia
As we step into 2025, we're seeing an apparent shift in Mexico's immigration policy with President Claudia Sheinbaum agreeing to receive non-Mexican deportees.
As we step into 2025, we're seeing an apparent shift in Mexico's immigration policy with President Claudia Sheinbaum agreeing to receive non-Mexican deportees.
4 Tren de Aragua gang members arrested at Texas border, Gov. Abbott says
Four people believed to be members of the gang Tren de Aragua were arrested attempting to cross the border into Texas on New Year's Eve, according to Governor Greg Abbott.
Four people believed to be members of the gang Tren de Aragua were arrested attempting to cross the border into Texas on New Year's Eve, according to Governor Greg Abbott.
Immigration in 2025: Border Watch with Jonathan Mejia
There are 20 days until President-elect Donald Trump officially takes office again. Even with the election behind us and Inauguration Day ahead of us — it still feels that all eyes are on the border as Trump promised sweeping changes on day one.
There are 20 days until President-elect Donald Trump officially takes office again. Even with the election behind us and Inauguration Day ahead of us — it still feels that all eyes are on the border as Trump promised sweeping changes on day one.
ICE bus, tractor-trailer crash in Victoria County; 9 immigrants injured
Nine undocumented immigrants were injured when a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement bus and a tractor-trailer were involved in a crash in Victoria County on Friday morning, officials say.
Nine undocumented immigrants were injured when a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement bus and a tractor-trailer were involved in a crash in Victoria County on Friday morning, officials say.
Border Watch with Jonathan Mejia: Over 1.4M migrants enter under Biden Administration
Border Watch with Jonathan Mejia: More than 1.4 Million migrants enter under Biden Administration. 904,500 via the CBP One App and 531,670 via CHNV migrant flights parole program.
Border Watch with Jonathan Mejia: More than 1.4 Million migrants enter under Biden Administration. 904,500 via the CBP One App and 531,670 via CHNV migrant flights parole program.
Texas puts up billboards in Mexico, Central America to warn migrants about trip to U.S.
Abbott announced that dozens of billboards will be put up in Mexico and Central America to warn migrants about the danger involved in crossing the border. Here's what they say.
Abbott announced that dozens of billboards will be put up in Mexico and Central America to warn migrants about the danger involved in crossing the border. Here's what they say.
Riding along with Border Patrol agents
Only on FOX, we got an inside look at how US Border Patrol agents at the Southern Border use their manpower and resources to secure the country. FOX 26's Jonathan Mejia has more after visiting the border sector and speaking to agents.
Only on FOX, we got an inside look at how US Border Patrol agents at the Southern Border use their manpower and resources to secure the country. FOX 26's Jonathan Mejia has more after visiting the border sector and speaking to agents.
Rio Grande Valley Border Patrol's security measures: Migrants pay cartel to cross
Rio Grande Valley Border Patrol agents are facing new challenges and FOX 26 got to ride-along, learning more about the role of cartels in the border crossings.
Rio Grande Valley Border Patrol agents are facing new challenges and FOX 26 got to ride-along, learning more about the role of cartels in the border crossings.
What will happen to DACA under a second Trump term?
President-elect Trump's promise of mass deportation has prompted concerns about the status of Dreamers in the U.S. Recently, Trump signaled he would like to work with Democrats on a plan. Here's what to know.
President-elect Trump's promise of mass deportation has prompted concerns about the status of Dreamers in the U.S. Recently, Trump signaled he would like to work with Democrats on a plan. Here's what to know.
Border Watch with Jonathan Mejia takes on Rio Grande Valley border sector
I spent three days in the Rio Grande Valley border sector riding along with Border Patrol agents and joining their riverine crew along the river to see how migrants are smuggled into the United States. Here's what I learned.
I spent three days in the Rio Grande Valley border sector riding along with Border Patrol agents and joining their riverine crew along the river to see how migrants are smuggled into the United States. Here's what I learned.