Staff Reports
When Donald Trump took the oath of office, he wasted no time in rolling back the previous administration’s legacy with a barrage of executive orders. The goal was clear: restore order and security, particularly along the southern border, where the situation had devolved into a chaotic mess largely overlooked by his predecessor.
With a swift command, Trump directed U.S. Customs and Border Protection to begin installing new border wall panels. This move was like a breath of fresh air for those who had been waiting impatiently for action, as it signaled a renewed commitment to border security. The chief of USBP made it clear that efforts to bolster border defenses are underway, emphasizing the importance of filling critical gaps in areas such as Deming, New Mexico. Nothing like a solid wall to deter those who think about crossing into the United States illegally.
First, can we give it up for the border wall construction crews who works tirelessly to help protect America? 👏
Update: 🚨 America’s border wall continues strong today under Operation Lone Star in Maverick County, Texas.
While referencing when will we start seeing an impact… https://t.co/jB4Ex20vIj pic.twitter.com/94OWQV0xqQ
— Tom Homan – Border Czar Commentary News & Analysis (@TomHoman_) January 15, 2025
As for the Biden administration, it has made headlines for its puzzling decision to halt border wall construction, a move that has left many scratching their heads. With federal efforts grounded and a lack of leadership, Texas took matters into its own hands. Governor Greg Abbott, demonstrating what real leadership looks like, initiated a wall-building project funded by the state. After all, when the federal government drops the ball, it’s up to the states to step up and protect their own borders.
Abbott’s creative solutions included building a barrier on the New Mexico border, explaining that this was necessary to steer unauthorized crossings away from Texas cities. It’s almost as if he’s playing a game of chess while the Biden administration is still figuring out how the pieces move. Meanwhile, reports surfaced of federal agents attempting to dismantle razor wire barriers installed by Texas. This led to a court showdown, where a Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals injunction stopped Biden’s team from interfering with Texas’s efforts unless it was a dire medical emergency. Talk about a dramatic twist!
Texans are not just sitting idle; they are taking the fight for their own security to the courts. Complaints were raised regarding how the federal government’s actions not only damaged state-owned properties but also disrupted a crucial border security initiative. One can only wonder why the Biden administration seems so intent on undermining state efforts to protect its borders. Perhaps they believe in an open border philosophy where anyone can waltz in unrestricted. In contrast, states like Texas are proving that when it comes to national security, it is the responsibility of local leadership to take the helm, especially when Washington seems more interested in dismantling than building.
