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Gov. Greg Abbott, who has said without evidence that migrants expose Texans to Covid-19, is stalling a federal offer to test people released from custody.
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As reported by KSAT news, asylum-seekers are not allowed to enter the US without a negative test. However, those caught crossing illegally are tested and, if positive, are released with instructions to isolate and quarantine. For a fact check surrounding this topic visit:
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CNN claims this is without evidence. NBC yesterday published the following, "After Border Patrol release, asylum-seekers test positive for Covid in Brownsville, Texas"
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Border Patrol release, asylum-seekers test positive for Covid in Brownsville, Texas: A number of migrants seeking asylum and released by Border Patrol have tested positive to Covid-19 tests in Brownsville, Texas. Some plan to continue their journey to other cities and states.
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2021-03-05
