Texas Courts Block Immigrant Legal Aid

Texas News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 26, 2026 · 1m

Texas is locked in a high-stakes legal battle over whether Harris County can use public funds to provide legal defense for undocumented immigrants facing deportation. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton calls it unconstitutional spending, prompting the Texas Supreme Court to temporarily halt the program while courts weigh whether counties have the authority to run such initiatives. Critics say it’s a matter of fairness and public service—helping vulnerable individuals navigate a complex system—while supporters argue it’s essential governance. Though lower courts previously sided with Harris…