The pro-gun, pro-life border sheriff who lost the loyalty of his neighbors after being painted as soft' on immigration
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from english.elpais.com4 months ago
Nearly 16 years after being elected, Sheriff Joe Frank Martinez is facing increased scrutiny over immigration issues, a departure from his previous campaigns.
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Martinez's long-standing popularity in Del Rio is now threatened as rising concerns about immigration change the political landscape of the border community.
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The arrival of nearly 20,000 Haitian immigrants in 2021 has left a lasting impact on residents, leading to fears of similar situations in the future.
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Del Rio voters have begun questioning Martinez’s approach to immigration, despite it not being part of his official duties, revealing a shift in local concerns.
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