Staff Reports
Texas is getting tough on illegal immigration with plans to build its own detention center modeled after Florida’s “Alligator Alcatraz.” The Lone Star State wants to stop lawbreakers at the border by creating secure facilities. Senator John Cornyn has thrown his full support behind the idea, pushing for Texas to join Florida in cracking down on unlawful entries.
Florida’s facility – built fast in a swampy area – uses alligators and snakes as natural barriers. Governor DeSantis pulled military units to secure the site quickly, skipping slow government approvals. Texas could use similar strategies to protect communities from cross-border crime.
The federal government is already building a massive 5,000-bed camp at Fort Bliss near El Paso. This $1.26 billion project will expand detention space as part of Trump’s cleanup of illegal immigration. Private companies are stepping up to handle construction, showing the urgency behind the mission.
Critics claim these facilities are harsh, but conservatives see them as necessary for national security. Detainees reported bad conditions in Florida, but supporters argue it’s better than releasing lawbreakers into American streets. Enforcing laws means tough choices, not endless debates.
Texas Land Commissioner earlier offered border land to the Trump administration for similar projects. The military-grade security posts already in place near El Paso show how seriously the state takes the crisis. Cornyn says Texas should follow Florida’s lead, not wait for federal foot-dragging.
Extreme heat in Texas deserts has sparked worries about safety. But supporters counter that camps are temporary stops before deportations – not permanent homes. Discomfort beats the dangers of uncontrolled illegal activity.
Five other states are reportedly eyeing similar projects, working with DHS Secretary Kristi Noem. This state-led push proves conservatives get it: protecting Americans comes before coddling criminals. Governors who refuse to act risk losing public trust.
Texas isn’t backing down. When federal courts block Border Patrol, states must step up.athering infrastructure to enforce laws sparks leftist outrage, but patriots cheer real solutions. This isn’t about politics – it’s about defending our home.
