May 4, 2026

Civil Rights Groups Sue to Block Texas Immigration Law

Civil rights groups filed a lawsuit against Texas Senate Bill 4, which permits police to arrest migrants for illegal entry.
The law is set to take effect on May 15, following a federal appeals court ruling that lifted a previous injunction.
The plaintiffs argue that immigration enforcement is a federal responsibility and that S.B. 4 is unconstitutional.
The lawsuit targets provisions that could lead to deportation orders and criminal charges against individuals with pending immigration cases.