Customs and Border Protection has begun releasing some migrants apprehended crossing the Texas border illegally with notices to appear in court because of limited space in detention facilities in the Rio Grande Valley
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According to a CBP official speaking on background, 50 people were released Tuesday and 200 people are expected to be released Wednesday. The official calls it a"temporary measure" and says the move is being made"due to limited bed space" and"to mitigate risks to both officer safety and vulnerable populations under these circumstances.
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