It is cheaper than that stupid wall, and probably about as effective. The issue in TX will be that once they are past the halfway point in the river, they are on US soil, and therefore entitled to request asylum. By denying them that, Abbott is in violation of federal law, and should probably be arrested.

At least until the law is changed. Which probably isn't likely because it energizes Republican voters. It's too useful an issue to try to resolve it. Or even improve it. Then they can continue to enrage you and blame Dems. For Reps, that's a two-fer.

For me, immigration doesn't even break into my top five issues. I recognize there is a problem, and I think it inexcusable that an improvement will fail due to spite, and a campaign issue for Trump. But I suspect I can tolerate the status quo better than you. I'm far more concerned about Chinese and Russian belligerence, strengthening bonds with allies, dprk belligerence, a nuclear Iran (thanks, Trump!), and the economy. Just for a start