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Immigration Raids Stymie South Texas Home Construction Efforts

2/10/2026

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Federal immigration raids in South Texas are disrupting home construction at the Monte Cielo development in Hidalgo County.
Repeated raids have caused delays, leaving homes unfinished and workers reluctant to return.
Alejandro Garcia, a builder, says potential workers refuse Monte Cielo jobs due to fear of arrests.
The South Texas Builders Association says enforcement actions affect both documented and undocumented workers, slowing construction and raising housing costs.

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Federal immigration raids in South Texas are disrupting home construction at the Monte Cielo development in Hidalgo County.
Repeated raids have caused delays, leaving homes unfinished and workers reluctant to return.
Alejandro Garcia, a builder, says potential workers refuse Monte Cielo jobs due to fear of arrests.
The South Texas Builders Association says enforcement actions affect both documented and undocumented workers, slowing construction and raising housing costs.