Migration Chaos at El Paso Border
In a maddening chaotic situation, more than 100 migrants attempted to enter the United States illegally by running towards the El Paso border wall on Thursday (Mar 21). The migrants knocked over guards and broke through the razor wire.
Details of the Incident
- Approximately 600 migrants gathered at the international border in a ‘spring surge’ to gain access to the country.
- Efforts were made by the Texas National Guard to organize the migrants into smaller groups.
- The situation escalated when guardsmen separated children and women from adult males.
- Migrants were seen rushing towards Texas troops, attempting to breach the border.
- Some migrants were arrested and taken to the United States for legal proceedings.
Video Footage
Video footage captured migrants scrambling through the border, with some trying to surrender before resorting to forceful entry. Guards attempted to maintain control despite being outnumbered.
Response and Legal Proceedings
Border patrol agent Orlando Marrero confirmed that migrants encountered at gate 36 would be taken to a processing center for legal procedures. The incident occurred amidst Texas’ implementation of SB4, a law allowing state and local authorities to arrest individuals for illegal entry.
