This podcast episode chronicles Sylvester Reyes’s tumultuous tenure as Police Chief of El Paso, Texas. Faced with a chaotic border, Reyes implemented controversial border-control measures, resulting in significant crime reduction and public support. His successful Operation Hold the Line prompted a national border-patrol strategy with unintended consequences, leading to increased migrant deaths in dangerous border environments. The podcast raises critical questions about the government's responsibility for these deaths and the ongoing need to balance border security with humane immigration policies.
