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= Standoff Between the Texas National Guard and U.S. Federal Agents =

The conflict arose when the Texas National Guard and state troopers assumed control of Shelby Park, a 47-acre area in Eagle Pass situated along the Rio Grande. This location has experienced a noteworthy influx of migrants crossing the Rio Grande into Texas.

Supreme Court Ruling
The U.S. Supreme Court played a pivotal role in the standoff, emphasizing the longstanding precedent that federal government authority supersedes that of individual states concerning border security. In a narrow 5-4 decision, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of the federal government, permitting Border Patrol agents to relocate razor wire on Texas' southern border. Despite this ruling, Texas officers persisted in erecting border wire, leading to a standoff with federal agents.

The Supreme Court's order did not explicitly mandate Border Patrol access to the park or the removal of concertina wire. This ambiguity fueled defiance from the Texas National Guard and state troopers.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has vocally opposed the ruling, with some Republicans suggesting defiance against the Supreme Court's decision. The governor contends that Texas constitutional authority supersedes federal statutes.

The Standoff
Despite the Supreme Court ruling, Texas officers continued to erect border wire, resulting in a standoff with federal agents. The Texas National Guard and state troopers deployed concertina wire, obstructing Border Patrol access to a significant part of Shelby Park. Texas intensified its efforts, with some lawmakers advocating for challenging the Supreme Court's decision.

Impact on the Local Community
The standoff has significantly impacted Eagle Pass residents, a predominantly Mexican American town of 28,000. Concerns have arisen over the state's control of Shelby Park, potentially leading to the cancellation of revenue-generating events like Noches Mexicanas.

Ongoing Developments
As of late January 2024, the standoff persists. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has demanded immigration officers' access to the park. However, the top officer of the Texas Military Department has conveyed a stance of quiet defiance.