South Texas in the News

Agreed with critics about the possibility of an increase in suicides resulting from a proposed regulatory change that would allow direct-to-door gun sales purchases. The Trace

Explained that investigations into officer involved shootings frequently take up to a year to be completed and charges filed, if deemed appropriate. KATU 2/Austin ABC affiliate

Authored an op-ed opposing the appointment of Todd Blanche as US Attorney General. Houston Chronicle

Commented on the influence of Ken Paxton in halting numerous Biden administration policy efforts. Salon

Contradicted the assertion by Houston Mayor John Whitmire that HPD cannot investigate the fatal shooting by an ICE officer. KUHF/Houston Public Media

Explained why the next step in challenging the concept of birthright citizenship would require an amendment to the U.S. Constitution, or a change in the makeup of the Supreme Court. KTRH 740 AM; iHeart radio network

Commented on the Supreme Court’s ruling on Temporary Protected Status as an example of presidential executive power. KUHF/Houston Public Media

Explained concerns among legal scholars about the court’s decision in United States v. City of Hoboken, which stated that the federal government has no standing to challenge local policies in NJ and force agencies to comply with immigration officials. USA…