# Eagle Pass on The No Agenda Show Eagle Pass comes up in 14 chapters across 11 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from December 2023 to March 2024. - **Chapters:** 14 - **Episodes:** 11 - **Discussed:** December 2023 – March 2024 - **Related topics:** [Greg Abbott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-abbott.md), [Border Patrol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/border-patrol.md), [Immigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration.md), [Ken Paxton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ken-paxton.md), [Mike Johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-johnson.md), [Ngos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ngos.md), [Alejandro Mayorkas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alejandro-mayorkas.md), [Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andres-manuel-lopez-obrador.md), [Asylum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/asylum.md), [Border Crisis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/border-crisis.md) ## Chapters 1–14 of 14 ### Biden and Trump Border Visits, Brownsville and Eagle Pass - **Episode:** [1639: Pumpkin Coin](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1639-pumpkin-coin.md) - **Published:** 2024-03-03 - **Time:** 1:07:51–1:10:39 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1639-pumpkin-coin/chapter/biden-and-trump-border-visits-brownsville-and-eagle-pass.md President Biden and Donald Trump made simultaneous visits to the Texas border, with Biden in Brownsville and Trump in Eagle Pass. Biden urged Trump to join him in supporting the bipartisan border security bill, while Trump blamed "Crooked Joe" for the murder of a Georgia nursing student by an illegal alien. Border Patrol officials noted that Biden's visit came years too late to address the crisis effectively. Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [brownsville](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brownsville.md), [eagle pass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eagle-pass.md), [border patrol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/border-patrol.md) ### Texas Border Operations and NGO Legal Challenges - **Episode:** [1636: Super Duper](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1636-super-duper.md) - **Published:** 2024-02-22 - **Time:** 1:10:24–1:14:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1636-super-duper/chapter/texas-border-operations-and-ngo-legal-challenges.md Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing Annunciation House, a Catholic NGO, alleging it facilitates human smuggling and operates stash houses. Meanwhile, Governor Greg Abbott announced the construction of a military base camp in Eagle Pass to support National Guard operations. Reports also surfaced regarding a $53 million debit card program in New York City providing significant annual funds to migrant families. Keywords: [ken paxton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ken-paxton.md), annunciation house, [greg abbott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-abbott.md), [eagle pass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eagle-pass.md), migrant debit cards ### Texas Border Base, NGO Funding and Migration - **Episode:** [1635: Munich Meetup](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1635-munich-meetup.md) - **Published:** 2024-02-18 - **Time:** 1:29:55–1:34:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1635-munich-meetup/chapter/texas-border-base-ngo-funding-and-migration.md Governor Greg Abbott announced the construction of an 80-acre military base camp in Eagle Pass, Texas, to house National Guard troops stationed at the border. Meanwhile, discussions regarding the federal border bill suggest that a significant portion of the proposed $1.4 billion in aid is intended for NGOs like Catholic Community Services. Critics argue these funds facilitate the processing and resettlement of migrants rather than stopping illegal crossings. Keywords: [greg abbott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-abbott.md), [eagle pass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eagle-pass.md), [ngos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ngos.md), [mike johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-johnson.md), [immigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration.md) ### Texas Border Convoy, God's Army, Eagle Pass Standoff - **Episode:** [1631: Pulling a Johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1631-pulling-a-johnson.md) - **Published:** 2024-02-04 - **Time:** 4:12–7:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1631-pulling-a-johnson/chapter/texas-border-convoy-god-s-army-eagle-pass-standoff.md Texas Governor Greg Abbott and a convoy of Republican governors visit Eagle Pass to support the "Take Our Border Back" rally. Media coverage from CBS News characterizes the gathering as "God's Army" and a religious revival, while the hosts describe the event as a staged press opportunity. The Texas National Guard continues to block federal agents from patrolling sections of the U.S.-Mexico border fortified with razor wire. Keywords: [eagle pass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eagle-pass.md), [greg abbott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-abbott.md), texas national guard, gods army, [cbs news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-news.md), [border patrol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/border-patrol.md) ### Texas Border Crisis and NGO Involvement in Migration - **Episode:** [1630: Potty Mouth Parrots](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1630-potty-mouth-parrots.md) - **Published:** 2024-02-01 - **Time:** 1:20:22–1:22:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1630-potty-mouth-parrots/chapter/texas-border-crisis-and-ngo-involvement-in-migration.md A "boots on the ground" report from McAllen, Texas, describes NGOs and social workers guiding migrants through airports with specialized documentation. The hosts criticize Governor Greg Abbott's handling of the border, calling it performative. They highlight the role of faith-based non-profits in facilitating the movement of migrants across the United States. Keywords: [greg abbott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-abbott.md), [eagle pass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eagle-pass.md), [mcallen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mcallen.md), [ngos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ngos.md), [border patrol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/border-patrol.md), [migration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/migration.md) ### Texas Border Conflict, Governor Abbott Invokes Invasion Authority - **Episode:** [1629: Sunflower Kids](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1629-sunflower-kids.md) - **Published:** 2024-01-28 - **Time:** 3:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1629-sunflower-kids/chapter/texas-border-conflict-governor-abbott-invokes-invasion-authority.md Governor Greg Abbott invoked constitutional authority to protect Texas from what he termed an invasion, following record-high encounters of 302,000 migrants at the southern border in December. Attorney General Ken Paxton issued a formal response to Washington D.C. demanding proof of federal authority to seize state property at Eagle Pass. Twenty-five Republican governors have signaled support for Texas, with some offering to deploy National Guard troops to assist state law enforcement. Keywords: [greg abbott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-abbott.md), [ken paxton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ken-paxton.md), [eagle pass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eagle-pass.md), [texas border](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas-border.md), [customs and border protection](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/customs-and-border-protection.md) ### Take Our Border Back Convoy, Trucker Mobilization Claims - **Episode:** [1629: Sunflower Kids](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1629-sunflower-kids.md) - **Published:** 2024-01-28 - **Time:** 8:08–13:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1629-sunflower-kids/chapter/take-our-border-back-convoy-trucker-mobilization-claims.md Texas Congressman Keith Self promoted the "Take Our Border Back" convoy on Fox Business, claiming that 700,000 vehicles, including Canadian truckers and European farmers, would participate in a peaceful assembly. The convoy is scheduled to depart from Virginia Beach and travel through Yuma and San Ysidro before arriving at Eagle Pass. Skeptics questioned the feasibility of the 700,000 vehicle figure and raised concerns about potential bad actors co-opting the movement. Keywords: keith self, [fox business](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-business.md), [trucker convoy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trucker-convoy.md), [eagle pass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eagle-pass.md), canadian truckers ### Texas Border Standoff, Governor Abbott Defies Federal Government - **Episode:** [1628: Bad Rap](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1628-bad-rap.md) - **Published:** 2024-01-25 - **Time:** 10:13–11:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1628-bad-rap/chapter/texas-border-standoff-governor-abbott-defies-federal-government.md Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued a letter citing the state's constitutional right to self-defense against an "invasion," escalating a standoff with the Biden administration over border security. The Texas National Guard continues to maintain razor-wire barriers at Shelby Park in Eagle Pass, despite a Supreme Court ruling allowing federal agents to remove them. The Department of Homeland Security has demanded full access to the area, which Texas officials have so far restricted. Keywords: [greg abbott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-abbott.md), [eagle pass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eagle-pass.md), shelby park, [razor wire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/razor-wire.md), [department of homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-homeland-security.md), [border patrol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/border-patrol.md) ### Take Our Border Back Convoy Plans - **Episode:** [1628: Bad Rap](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1628-bad-rap.md) - **Published:** 2024-01-25 - **Time:** 26:02–28:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1628-bad-rap/chapter/take-our-border-back-convoy-plans.md A "Take Our Border Back" convoy is organized to travel to rally locations in Eagle Pass, Texas, Yuma, Arizona, and San Ysidro, California, starting January 29, 2024. The assembly calls for participation from veterans, law enforcement, and "freedom-loving Americans" to protest federal border policies. Concerns were raised regarding the anonymity of the organizers and the potential for the event to be used as a law enforcement "setup." Keywords: take our border back, convoy, [eagle pass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eagle-pass.md), yuma, san ysidro ### Texas Border Standoff, Eagle Pass Drownings - **Episode:** [1626: Dingbat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1626-dingbat.md) - **Published:** 2024-01-18 - **Time:** 1:57:05–2:01:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1626-dingbat/chapter/texas-border-standoff-eagle-pass-drownings.md The Department of Homeland Security issued a cease-and-desist letter to Texas, demanding full access to Shelby Park in Eagle Pass after a migrant woman and two children drowned in the Rio Grande. Texas officials denied blocking rescue efforts, stating the drownings occurred before Border Patrol requested access. Governor Greg Abbott asserted the state's legal authority to maintain operational control of the border area. Keywords: [eagle pass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eagle-pass.md), [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [greg abbott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-abbott.md), [dhs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dhs.md), [border patrol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/border-patrol.md) ### US Southern Border Crisis, HR 2 Legislation, Asylum Policy - **Episode:** [1622: Juice Joe](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1622-juice-joe.md) - **Published:** 2024-01-04 - **Time:** 19:10–23:58 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1622-juice-joe/chapter/us-southern-border-crisis-hr-2-legislation-asylum-policy.md House Speaker Mike Johnson led a delegation of 64 Republicans to Eagle Pass, Texas, to demand stricter border policies and the passage of HR 2, the Secure the Border Act. President Biden maintains that his hands are tied regarding enforcement without additional Congressional funding for border resources and international aid. Keywords: [mike johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-johnson.md), [eagle pass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eagle-pass.md), [immigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration.md), [asylum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/asylum.md), hr 2 ### Alejandro Mayorkas Impeachment Proceedings, Republican Border Tour - **Episode:** [1622: Juice Joe](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1622-juice-joe.md) - **Published:** 2024-01-04 - **Time:** 31:00–35:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1622-juice-joe/chapter/alejandro-mayorkas-impeachment-proceedings-republican-border-tour.md House Homeland Security Committee Chairman Mark Green announced the start of impeachment proceedings against DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas for failing to secure the border. Mayorkas argues that the department lacks the necessary personnel and technology to manage the record-high migrant encounters. Keywords: [alejandro mayorkas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alejandro-mayorkas.md), [impeachment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/impeachment.md), [mark green](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-green.md), [eagle pass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eagle-pass.md), [border patrol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/border-patrol.md) ### Border Crisis, Sanctuary Cities and Bus Ordinances - **Episode:** [1619: Flash to Bang](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1619-flash-to-bang.md) - **Published:** 2023-12-24 - **Time:** 2:22:34–2:28:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1619-flash-to-bang/chapter/border-crisis-sanctuary-cities-and-bus-ordinances.md Illegal border crossings reached record highs in December 2023, with over 12,600 encounters in a single day. In response, sanctuary cities like Chicago and Aurora have passed emergency ordinances to fine bus companies that drop off migrants without prior notice. New York City Mayor Eric Adams has also warned of significant budget cuts to city services to fund the migrant influx. 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