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Texas Immigration Raids Disrupt Construction, Hurt Economy

2/6/2026

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Story summary

Immigration raids at Texas construction sites are harming the economy, with revenue declines and labor shortages.
Construction loans have fallen about 30% over the past year, signaling tighter credit.
Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-Texas) has framed the issue as national and urged easing site enforcement.
He has organized meetings with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the White House to balance enforcement with housing affordability.

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Story summary

Immigration raids at Texas construction sites are harming the economy, with revenue declines and labor shortages.
Construction loans have fallen about 30% over the past year, signaling tighter credit.
Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-Texas) has framed the issue as national and urged easing site enforcement.
He has organized meetings with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the White House to balance enforcement with housing affordability.