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Supreme Court Asked to Restore Mail Access to Abortion Pill: What to Know

Two manufacturers of mifepristone, a widely used abortion pill, requested on Saturday that the U.S. Supreme Court block a federal appeals court ruling that eliminated mail access to the drug just a day earlier, marking the most significant shift in U.S. abortion policy since the overturning of Roe v. Wade. Danco Laboratories filed an emergency request to suspend the decision by the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals, based in New Orleans, arguing that the ruling creates 'immediate confusion and disruption in highly time-sensitive medical decisions.' GenBioPro, which produces a generic version of mifepristone, submitted a similar request. The unanimous decision by the 5th Circuit Court on Friday represents a major victory for abortion opponents seeking to restrict the online prescription of abortion pills, which they argue undermine state bans on the procedure. The ruling mandates that mifepristone be dispensed only in person and at clinics, overturning FDA regulations. The case, which is expected to be appealed to the Supreme Court, could reignite abortion as a pivotal issue in upcoming elections, with Democrats aiming to regain control of the House and Republicans striving to maintain their narrow majority. Mifepristone has been considered safe and effective since its approval in 2000, and its availability via telehealth has been a key factor in maintaining abortion rates despite the overturning of Roe v. Wade. The decision has sparked concerns among providers and patients, especially in states with restrictive abortion laws, and could have broader implications for FDA regulatory authority. The case highlights the ongoing political and legal battles surrounding abortion access in the U.S.

Government Recalibrates Its Mass Deportation Plan

WASHINGTON — When Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin was questioned by senators during his confirmation hearing about his vision for implementing President Donald Trump's mass deportation agenda, he stated that his goal was to keep his department out of newspaper headlines. To some extent, he has succeeded. Gone are the social media clips of now-retired Border Patrol Commander Greg Bovino clashing with protesters. Mullin’s predecessor, Kristi Noem, made her first trip as secretary to New York City to carry out arrests alongside Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). In contrast, Mullin traveled to North Carolina to oversee hurricane recovery efforts. The Republican administration appears to be recalibrating its approach to a key policy — one that helped return Trump to the White House — shifting away from aggressive, high-profile tactics toward a more discreet law enforcement strategy. Despite this shift, the administration insists it is not backing down from its ambitious deportation goals. 'They’ve clearly distanced themselves from — for lack of a better word — the 'Bovino-style' tactics of the past,' said Mark Krikorian, president of the Center for Immigration Studies, an organization advocating for immigration restrictions. 'But it’s unclear whether this means they’re truly stepping away from the immigration issue.'

Sinaloa Appoints Interim Governor Following Accusations Against Rocha Moya

MEXICO CITY – The Congress of the Mexican state of Sinaloa appointed Yeraldine Bonilla Valverde as interim governor on Saturday, shortly after unanimously approving the temporary leave requested by Governor Rubén Rocha Moya amid an investigation into alleged ties to drug trafficking. The appointment was made during an extraordinary session of the local Congress, where lawmakers had earlier approved Rocha Moya's separation from office for a period exceeding 30 days. With this decision, Bonilla Valverde becomes the first woman to assume the governorship of Sinaloa. The move comes amid political tension after Rocha Moya requested leave on Friday night following accusations from the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York, which alleges he and other officials have links to the Sinaloa Cartel.

McAllen District 5 voters face May 2 election

McAllen residents in District 5 are scheduled to vote on Saturday, May 2, 2026, following several days of early voting. The election will determine who will serve the remainder of Mayor Pro Tem Seby Haddad’s term after his decision to run for state representative.

Pope Leo Appoints Salvadoran Critic of Trump Who Once Lived Undocumented in the U.S. as Bishop

Pope Leo XIV announced this Friday the appointment of Salvadoran Evelio Menjívar Ayala, who lived undocumented in the United States after arriving in 1990 and has been critical of President Donald Trump's immigration policies, as the new bishop of the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston in West Virginia. Menjívar Ayala, 56, was appointed to the position according to a Vatican statement and has previously served as an auxiliary bishop in Washington. Pope Leo XIV's decision comes after Bishop Mark Edward Brennan stepped down from the role upon submitting his resignation due to age, in accordance with canon law, which sets the retirement age for bishops at 75.

Edinburg’s Lozano Reappointed as Presiding Officer of Hidalgo County Regional Mobility Authority

Texas Border Business AUSTIN | EDINBURG, Texas – Governor Greg Abbott reappointed Robert L. Lozano as the presiding officer of the Hidalgo County Regional Mobility Authority (RMA) for a term set to expire on February 1, 2028. The RMA is a political subdivision created to finance, acquire, design, construct, operate, maintain, expand, or extend transportation projects. Robert

Court Blocks Mail Delivery of Abortion Pill Mifepristone

A federal appeals court has restricted access to one of the most common abortion methods in the United States by blocking the mail delivery of mifepristone prescriptions. A panel from the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals, based in New Orleans, ruled that the abortion pill must be distributed exclusively in person at clinics. The decision states, 'Each abortion facilitated by the FDA's action nullifies Louisiana's ban on medical abortions and undermines its policy that every unborn child is a human being from the moment of conception and therefore a legal person.'

Judge bars DSHS from enforcing new hemp rules, sets late July trial date

A temporary injunction has been granted to the Texas hemp industry, delaying the enforcement of four new rules issued by the Department of State Health Services (DSHS). The rules include changing the definition of total Delta-9 THC to include THCA, banning the transport of hemp across state lines, increasing licensing fees for manufacturers, growers, and retailers, and treating each day of DSHS rule violations as a unique violation. The hemp industry has raised concerns over the THC definition change and increased fees, which they claim would ban intoxicating smokable hemp products and run hemp producers and retailers out of business.

Trump Says He Doesn't Need Congressional Authorization for War Against Iran

On Friday, President Donald Trump sent letters to Congress explaining that, due to the ongoing ceasefire, he does not require their authorization to conduct military operations in Iran, even though the conflict reached the 60-day mark this week. 'On April 7, 2026, I ordered a two-week ceasefire. Since then, the ceasefire has been extended. There has been no exchange of fire between U.S. forces and Iran since April 7, 2026. The hostilities that began on February 28, 2026, have ceased,' Trump wrote in the letters, one addressed to the House of Representatives and the other to the Senate. 'Despite the success of U.S. operations against the Iranian regime and ongoing efforts to secure lasting peace, the threat posed by Iran to the United States and our Armed Forces remains significant,' the president added in the letter, promising to keep Congressional leaders informed about future developments in Iran.

Protests Called in the U.S. for May Day Against Trump Policies

Activists worldwide will participate in May Day demonstrations on Friday, demanding peace, higher wages, and better working conditions, as many face rising energy costs and reduced purchasing power tied to the conflict with Iran. May Day is a public holiday in many countries, and protests—some of which have turned violent in the past—are expected in major cities across the globe. 'Workers refuse to bear the cost of Donald Trump's war in the Middle East,' said the European Trade Union Confederation, representing 93 labor organizations across 41 European nations. 'Today's demonstrations show that workers will not stand idly by as their jobs and living standards are destroyed.' In the United States, activists opposing Trump’s policies are organizing marches and boycotts.

Trump Signs Order to Expand Access to Retirement Plans: Here's What It Means

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday calling for the creation of a new government website where U.S. residents can find and compare private-sector retirement savings accounts. The goal is to support millions of workers whose employers do not offer retirement plans. The order aims to help more people access retirement plans before next year, when the federal government will begin matching retirement contributions made by low-income workers. This initiative does not introduce a new government retirement plan but seeks to connect workers with existing plans offered by private companies.

IVP+ Border county judges ask DHS for more coordination, better communication

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — In late April, all 14 county judges representing the entire Texas-Mexico border sent a letter to the Department of Homeland Security and its recently appointed Secretary Markwayne Mullin. The judges requested continued coordination between themselves and DHS. The letter, addressed to DHS Secretary Mullin, recognized the progress that has been made

Cuellar Commends Reopening of DHS and Back Pay for Personnel

“I welcome this long-overdue, bipartisan step to reopen DHS and make sure our workforce receives the pay they earned." --Congressman Cuellar. Image for illustration purposes

Supreme Court hollows out a landmark law that had protected minority voting rights for 6 decades

Once thriving, Laredo growth stalls under Trump immigration crackdown

Valley DACA recipient detained again after ICE deported him, then allowed his return

House approves bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security and end the record shutdown

Governor’s Statement On Camp Mystic Closure

Texas Border Business AUSTIN — Governor Greg Abbott released the following statement after Camp Mystic announced it has withdrawn its renewal application for the 2026 camp season: “Our hearts are with the families who lost loved ones and those recovering from last year’s devastating Fourth of July floods,” said Governor Abbott. “Camp Mystic has withdrawn