Jim Acosta reports from San Antonio on ICE detainee and Texas politics

Acosta interviews an ICE detainee and sits down with a Democratic candidate for Texas governor

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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In a special report from San Antonio, Texas, journalist Jim Acosta interviews an ICE detainee named Habiba and sits down with Texas Democratic Candidate for Governor Gina Hinojosa and U.S. Representative Greg Casar to discuss immigration issues and the upcoming Texas gubernatorial election.

Why it matters

Acosta's reporting sheds light on the experiences of ICE detainees and the political landscape in Texas, where immigration and border security are key issues in the governor's race.

The details

Acosta speaks with Habiba, an ICE detainee, about her experiences in detention. He also interviews Gina Hinojosa, the Democratic candidate for Texas governor, and Rep. Greg Casar about their views on immigration policy and the upcoming election.

  • The special report was published on February 26, 2026.

The players

Jim Acosta

A journalist who hosts The Jim Acosta Show.

Habiba

An ICE detainee interviewed by Acosta.

Gina Hinojosa

The Democratic candidate for Texas governor.

Greg Casar

A U.S. Representative from Texas.

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What they’re saying

“Don't give into the lies. Don't give into fear. Hold on to the truth. And hope.”

— Jim Acosta (The Jim Acosta Show)

The takeaway

Acosta's reporting sheds light on the human impact of immigration policies and the political debates surrounding them in Texas, a key battleground state.