Abbott and Johnson Discuss Border Crisis and Legislation in Texas Meeting

The meeting focused on addressing the impact of federal policies on Texas and the need for congressional action on border security.

Governor Greg Abbott and Speaker Mike Johnson discussed the border crisis and potential border security legislation in a meeting in Austin, Texas.
The meeting highlighted the impact of President Joe Biden’s border policies on Texas and the perceived lack of action by Congress to address the situation.
Abbott urged Johnson to support Texas' efforts through Operation Lone Star, including deploying National Guard soldiers and building a border wall.
The House of Representatives is set to send articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to the Senate on April 10.
Abbott and Johnson's meeting also addressed the federal government's judicial actions against Texas for its border security measures.