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Rep. Escobar reacts to the Trump administration’s refusal to pay reimbursements to Estrella del Paso
By Heriberto Perez Lara at KVIA ABC-7
· July 7, 2026
· 1 min read
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Congresswoman Veronica Escobar posted on social media Tuesday a response to the Trump administration's alleged refusal to pay more than $765,000 owed to Estrella del Paso, a local immigration legal clinic that operates as a ministry of the Catholic Diocese of El Paso .
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Key takeaway " ABC-7 reached out to Estrella del Paso and to the White House for comment.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The Trump administration's refusal to pay reimbursements to Estrella del Paso has significant implications for El Paso's immigrant community, which relies heavily on the clinic's legal services. As a ministry of the Catholic Diocese of El Paso, Estrella del Paso plays a crucial role in providing support to unaccompanied minors and other vulnerable populations. The withholding of funds not only jeopardizes the clinic's mission but also exacerbates the existing challenges faced by immigrant families in the city. Congresswoman Escobar's statement highlights the importance of due process and fair access to the justice system, which are essential for ensuring that the rights of immigrant families are protected. The fate of Estrella del Paso and its ability to continue providing legal services will be closely watched by the community, and the city will be looking to its representatives to advocate for the release of the frozen funds and the protection of immigrant rights.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Congresswoman Veronica Escobar posted on social media Tuesday a response to the Trump administration's alleged refusal to pay more than $765,000 owed to Estrella del Paso, a local immigration legal clinic that operates as a ministry of the Catholic Diocese of El Paso.
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