SUMMARY: A University of Texas-Austin poll reveals that most Hispanic Texans favor deporting illegal border crossers and have shown increased support for Donald Trump, with him winning 55% of the Latino vote in Texas. This shift signals a decline in attachment to the Democratic Party, with key concerns centering on immigration and the economy. A substantial 91% prioritize immigration, while 87% focus on the economy, with 76% rating it poorly. The Texas legislature has allocated over $11.6 billion for border security over four years, reflecting a significant investment compared to previous federal funding.

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SUMMARY: The New York Supreme Court dismissed a lawsuit by Mayor Eric Adams against 17 busing companies transporting illegal border crossers from Texas, marking the end of an 11-month legal battle. Justice Mary Rosado criticized the lawsuit for using an outdated law and highlighted the unconstitutionality of restricting migration based on economic status. Despite New York City’s costs for housing thousands of migrants, Adams expressed ongoing budget constraints due to the crisis and urged for federal support. Since Texas began busing migrants in April 2022, New York received over 45,900, contributing to projected costs of $12 billion for the city.

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SUMMARY: Houston airports are preparing for a record 2.2 million travelers this Thanksgiving weekend, with Bush Airport expecting 1.7 million passengers and Hobby Airport anticipating 500,000. Busy travel began on Thursday and will last until December 2nd. Travelers are advised to check traffic conditions and arrive at least 2 hours early to avoid long lines, which can be monitored through the Houston airports app. Thanksgiving Day is expected to see the fewest travelers, while heavy traffic and long waits were reported. Meanwhile, retail gas prices fell slightly, now averaging $3.12 per gallon, a significant decline from previous weeks.

This Thanksgiving, Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are gearing up for a record 2.2 million passengers. From upgraded amenities like Bush Airport’s new Terminal D-West Pier to top travel destinations including New York, Los Angeles, and Cancun, here’s how Houston Airports are handling the holiday rush.

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