Rio Grande Valley Sector
Coverage of Rio Grande Valley Sector in the Nexus archive.
- Dem tied to cartel operative says 'white nationalists' joining immigration enforcement to 'hunt down people'
Democratic congressional candidate Bobby Pulido, a former Latin music star, faces criticism for accusing the Trump administration and Republicans of promoting a 'white replacement' theory through immigration enforcement, while also suggesting white nationalists are joining Border Patrol to 'hunt down' people. His opponent, Republican Rep. Monica De La Cruz, defends Border Patrol agents and criticizes Pulido's rhetoric, highlighting their shared community ties.
- Dem tied to cartel operative says 'white nationalists' joining immigration enforcement to 'hunt down people'
Democratic congressional candidate Bobby Pulido, a former Latin music star in South Texas, faces criticism for alleging that immigration enforcement is motivated by 'white replacement' theory and accusing some agents of being 'white nationalists.' His opponent, Rep. Monica De La Cruz, defends Border Patrol agents, noting their significant Hispanic representation in her district.