Staff Reports
In the endless theater of Capitol Hill, the drama appears to center on Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding, which has become the latest bone of contention between Democrats and Republicans. It seems the playbook is well-worn: a standoff to the soundtrack of expired funding and pointing fingers. This time, Democrats are insistent on imposing new requirements on ICE, such as ending roving patrols and enforcing stricter warrant mandates. Call it a siege against enforcement or an attempt at reform, but one thing’s for sure, even some Democrats are getting a bit uncomfortable with their own tactics.
Curiously, there’s been an admission from a high-profile Democrat, Hillary Clinton, acknowledging that the border crisis is disruptive and needs fixing. That’s right, someone finally said it! There’s a concession that perhaps their previously lauded “open border” policy might have swung the pendulum a bit too far. It’s a revelation that seems to have suddenly occurred to Democrats despite Republicans having raised these issues more times than one can count over the past few years. However, it’s refreshing to see the penny finally drop that chaotic policies might just be causing chaos.
Enter Tom Homan, back with a few delightful jabs and a reality check. He reminds the public that it was President Trump who took the tangled mess left behind at the border and restored order within weeks. Under his watch, illegal crossings were down, and the once-vulnerable border became an exemplar of security. Children no longer faced perilous crossings, and numerous lives were saved thanks to decisive action. The rhetoric that follows seems oddly familiar; hasn’t history repeatedly affirmed that when borders are secured, lives are undeniably saved?
Homan also highlights the remarkable success of Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota. The operation resulted in thousands of arrests, focusing on criminal aliens and enhancing public safety. The effort demonstrated the power of collaboration between ICE and local authorities to create safer communities. A curious phenomenon arises, though, as Minnesota seems keener on demanding compensation for inconveniences rather than thanking those who ought to be congratulated for making their streets a safer place. Apparently, the answer to a crime-ridden sanctuary state is to send a bill for cleanup, not gratitude, to those who did the tidying.
The saga rolls on with states like New York choosing politics over common sense, much to Homan’s bemusement. Opting to dismantle programs that foster local and federal cooperation on immigration enforcement underscores a pervasive sentiment of misplaced priorities. It’s almost like watching a soap opera’s predictably irrational subplot, where characters make the worst possible decisions just to keep the drama alive. Ultimately, what some states see as breaking things, President Trump and his administration see as a marvelous opportunity to fix and win, every single day.
