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In Real Life: Crossing the Line

Go inside the operations of a citizen patrol group at the border, which is often criticized by migrants rights groups.
In Real Life: Crossing the Line
In Real Life: Crossing the Line
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Citizen patrols at the U.S.-Mexico border claim they’re patriots covering gaps in U.S. security. But migrant aid groups call them dangerous vigilantes. 

In partnership with the Los Angeles Times, Scripps News’ “In Real Life” series shows the operations and impact of America’s border militias.

Watch the full episode in the video player above.


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