The largest free health clinic event in the Rio Grande Valley, along with the crucial Operation Border Health initiative, has been canceled due to significant federal funding cuts and staffing reductions. Hidalgo County Health & Human Services announced the cancellation of the 2025 Operation Border Health event, citing these financial constraints. Local residents, particularly in Laredo, have expressed concerns over the ending of these essential health programs, with officials warning that the funding cuts may lead to a devastating impact on healthcare access in the region.