During Donald Trump’s presidency, his administration introduced controversial policies like “zero tolerance” and the Migrant Protection Protocols, known as “remain in Mexico”, to curb migration at the Southwest border. Most migrants cross into Texas. Here’s how the flow of people intersected with Trump’s policies.
Connie Hanzhang Jin
Connie Hanzhang Jin was a 2020 data visuals fellow. They graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where they studied multimedia journalism and studio art. In the past, Connie worked as a design assistant at Carolina Union Communications and Creative Services and was an intern for Clarkston Consulting and Chapel Hill/Durham Magazine. They enjoy drawing short comics and cooking an absurd amount of pasta.
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New Texas Laws 2019
After Harvey surprised thousands with unexpected flooding, new law aims to better inform homebuyers
The law, written by Sen. Joan Huffman, R-Houston, requires homeowners to disclose if their properties lie in a flood-prone area or have flooded before. It’s an effort to expand notification after many homes unexpectedly flooded during Hurricane Harvey.
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Will Texas flip in 2020?
Texas gained almost nine Hispanic residents for every additional white resident last year
New census estimates show Texas’ Hispanic population growth continues to surpass white population growth, with Hispanics on pace to soon represent a plurality.