Construction Workers Detained in Austin | Charleston News

Charleston West Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 7, 2026 · 1m

Four construction workers were abruptly detained by Texas DPS troopers during a routine traffic stop near Austin City Hall after being pulled over for driving the wrong way — and later found to be undocumented. ICE took all four into custody while the driver received a citation and warning. The arrest unfolded as city council members debated the budget inside City Hall, leaving families in the dark and sparking outrage from council members who condemned the “weaponization of law enforcement” and affirmed that immigrants are vital to Austin’s community. Though Austin Police weren’t involved…